All-In-One Sheet-Pan Brown Rice With Sweet Potato And Broccoli Rabe
All-In-One Sheet-Pan Brown Rice With Sweet Potato And Broccoli Rabe is a delightful and nourishing meal that brings together the sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes and the earthy flavor of broccoli rabe, served over fluffy brown rice. This vibrant dish not only satiates your taste buds but also adds a splash of color to your dinner table. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, it offers a satisfying blend of flavors and nutrients in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long grain brown rice
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), peeled and cubed
- 1 bunch broccoli rabe, trimmed
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook the brown rice according to package instructions (about 45 minutes).
- While the rice cooks, chop sweet potatoes into cubes and trim the broccoli rabe.
- In a large bowl, toss sweet potatoes and broccoli rabe with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the veggie mixture on a lined sheet pan. Once rice is done, combine it with veggies and roast for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve hot, drizzled with olive oil or topped with cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, use vegetable broth instead of water for cooking rice. - Feel free to substitute sweet potatoes with carrots or butternut squash for variety. - To boost protein content, consider adding chickpeas before roasting.