Rice is a good place to start if you’re looking for healthy, balanced recipes – it’s packed full of nutrients and minerals and provides fantastic quick-release fuel to power you through the day.
From a recipe standpoint, rice is phenomenally easy to work with. It has a mild flavour that carries other ingredients really well and it ties together classic dishes all over the world – from the Far East to the Americas, Africa and Europe. It has a reputation for being tricky to cook, but it’s really just a case of sticking to a method and mastering it (though having a good kitchen timer helps too). Check out our how to cook rice guide for some useful hints and tips.
Whether you’re after something quick and healthy for a mid-week meal or you’re meal-prepping for your workouts, these four recipes are a great jump-off point into the world of healthy rice recipes. Give them a go and check out our full collection of rice recipes here.