Health benefits of Rice.

Will eating 🍚 make me Fat?

I get this question asked often by my clients. Let me explain

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Rice is NOT unhealthy or fattening. Practicing portion control is key to enjoy rice in your diet.

Health benefits if Rice

👉 It’s a good source of carb and fibre.

👉 It’s low in fat & sugar

👉 Easily digestible

👉 gluten-free

👉 excellent source of B Vitamins.

How to enjoy rice in your diet without feeling gulity.

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✅ Pair rice with high fibre and protein foods, to keep full for longer.

✅ Add beans and veggies to make the rice tasty & healthier.

✅ Don’t fry your Rice, boil it instead.

Quick & easy lunch box ideas:Turmeric infused rice with green peas.

Ingredients

1 cup of basmati rice

2 cups of water

1/2 cup frozen green peas

2 tsp olive oil

1/4 tsp cumin

1/4 turmeric

Season with rock salt

Method:

Boil the rice in water until it’s cooked. Now wash the peas in warm water to remove ice.

In a frying pan heat oil and add in cumin seeds. Once they have coloured & start to crackle slightly, add in the peas and cook for 2 mins. Now add in turmeric, salt & mix well. Remove from the heat.

Once the rice is cooked drained out the water and add it to the pea pan.

Using a fork mix it well through and add salt to taste.