Top 5 Rice Recipes for a Wholesome Lunchbox

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2. Lemon Rice

Conclusion

Packing a lunchbox that is nutritious, tasty and easy to prepare can sometimes be really challenging. Rice being light, versatile and loved by kids and adults, makes it perfect for the lunchbox. With rice, you can make endless dishes which will be flavorful and healthy.

Here are five easy and wholesome rice recipes that are perfect for lunchboxes

1. Vegetable Fried Rice – A Nutritious Delight

Veg fried rice is a colorful and flavorful dish which is unanimously loved by the whole family, be it you or your kid. This dish is packed with vitamins and nutrients, making it a great choice for kids and office goers alike.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked rice
• 1 cup chopped mixed vegetables (carrots, beans, capsicum, peas) • 1 tsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp chilli sauce
• ½ tsp vinegar
• ½ tsp black pepper powder
• 2 tbsp oil
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a pan and sauté the vegetables until slightly tender.
2. Add cooked rice, soy sauce, chilli sauce, vinegar, black pepper and salt.
3. Toss everything well and cook for 2 minutes.
4. Pack it warm with a side of fresh cucumber slices.

2. Lemon Rice – A Zesty Treat

Tangy, fragrant and light on the stomach, lemon rice is perfect for a refreshing lunch. Kids get easily attracted to the colorful lemon rice and it is perfect for their lunchbox.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked rice
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp urad dal
• 7-8 curry leaves
• 1 tbsp cashews
• 1 tbsp peanuts
• 1 green chilli (chopped)
• 1 tbsp oil
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds and curry leaves. Let them splutter.
2. Add peanuts, cashews, urad dal and fry them until golden brown.
3. Add green chilli and sauté it.
4. Add cooked rice, salt and lemon juice, then mix well.
5. Let it cook for a minute and pack it with crunchy papads for a fun lunchbox addition.

3. Mushroom Fried Rice – A Tasty Protein Boost

Loaded with umami flavors, mushroom fried rice is a delicious and nutritious option for lunch box. It is very healthy, tasty and easy to make.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked rice
• ½ cup mushrooms (sliced)
• 1 onion (chopped)
• 1 tsp soy sauce
• ½ tsp black pepper powder
• 2 tbsp butter or ghee
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat butter in a pan and sauté onions until golden brown.
2. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until they turn soft.
3. Add cooked rice, soy sauce, black pepper and salt.
4. Toss everything well and cook for 2 minutes.
5. Pack it warm with a side of cucumber slices or a boiled egg for a wholesome meal.

4. Coconut Rice – A Mild & Fragrant Meal

Coconut rice is a subtly sweet and aromatic dish. It is rich in healthy fats and is easy to digest.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked rice
• 1 cup grated coconut
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 7-8 curry leaves
• 1 tbsp peanuts
• 1 tbsp urad dal
• 1 green chili(chopped)
• 2 tbsp coconut oil
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat coconut oil, add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, curry leaves and let them splutter.
2. Add urad dal, peanuts and green chilli and sauté them.
3. Stir in grated coconut and cooked rice, mix well and cook for a minute.
4. Pack it warm with a banana for a wholesome lunchbox meal.

5. Peas Pulao – A Wholesome One-Pot Meal

This dish is both tasty and nutritious. The mild spices make it aromatic and more delicious. It is perfect for lunchbox for anyone who loves soft, well-cooked rice.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup washed and soaked rice
• ½ cup peas
• 2 green chilli (chopped)
• 1 onion (chopped)
• 1 bay leaf
• ½ tsp cumin seeds
• 2 tbsp ghee
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat ghee in pressure cooker, add cumin seeds & bay leaf.
2. Add onions and green chilli, sauté hem until they become soft
3. Add peas and stir well & cook for minutes
4. Then add the washed and soaked rice and mix well.
5. Add salt to taste. Then add 2 cups of water.
6. Close the lid and cook it for three whistles.
7. Rest it for 5 minutes, until the pressure is removed from the pressure cooker.
8. Open the lid, mix it and pack it with a side of fresh fruit.

Conclusion

A well-packed lunchbox keeps energy levels high throughout the day. With our Keshar Kali Wada Kolam rice, you will get perfect texture, taste and nutrition that make your lunchtime more enjoyable. Try these easy recipes and turn every lunch into a delightful experience!