Brunch Rice
Meal / Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Vegetarian
Rice Around the World: American
Main Ingredient: Eggs, Vegetables
Preparation Method: Microwave, Quick and Easy
Special Diets: Gluten-Free
Servings: Makes 4 servings.
Ingredients
1/2 cup sliced celery1/2 cup diced green pepper
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
6 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup 2% lowfat milk
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups cooked rice
Preparation
Cook celery, green pepper and mushrooms in butter in large skillet over medium-high heat.Combine eggs, milk, salt and black pepper in small mixing bowl. Reduce heat to medium and pour egg mixture over vegetables. Continue stirring until eggs are almost cooked, about 1 to 2 minutes. Add rice and stir to gently separate grains; heat thoroughly.
Microwave Instructions: Heat margarine in 2- to 3-quart microproof baking dish. Add carrots, green pepper and mushrooms; cover and cook on HIGH 4 minutes. Combine egg whites, eggs, milk, salt and black pepper in smaill bowl; pour over vegetables. Cook on HIGH 4 minutes, stirring with fork after each minute to cut cooked eggs into small pieces. Stir in rice and cheese; cook on HIGH about 1 minute or until thoroughly heated. Serve immediately or spoon mixture into warmed corn tortillas.
| Nutrition Facts | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories 245 | ||
| % Daily Value * | ||
| Total Fat 11 g | 17 % | |
| Cholesterol 328 mg | 109 % | |
| Sodium 732 mg | 31 % | |
| Total Carbohydrate 23 g | 8 % | |
| Dietary Fiber 1 g | 4 % | |
| Protein 12 g | 24 % | |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | ||


