Feta and Tomato Rice
Basmati rice is mixed with feta cheese, basil and grape tomatoes for a speedy take on a TikTok favorite! Cook in the microwave, mix and enjoy.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Minute® Ready to Serve Basmati Rice
- 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
When you take a classic Mediterranean combination – creamy feta cheese, fresh basil and juicy grape tomatoes – and add some fluffy basmati rice, you have a quick and easy meal that will keep you satisfied!
Step 1
Heat rice according to package directions.
Step 2
In a small bowl, toss together tomatoes, feta, oil, basil, garlic, salt and pepper.
Step 3
Combine rice with tomato mixture.
Recipe Tip
As a hearty variation, add shredded, cooked chicken, chopped cured chorizo sausage or canned beans or lentils.
Simple Meals for Busy Schedules
A dish like this reminds us that there are filling and flavorful meals that only take a couple of minutes to make! The art of Minimalist Cooking for College Dorms and Busy Schedules is not hard to master, but you have to take the first step and try making some quick and easy recipes for yourself.
Go Greek
Combine our filling grains with fresh vegetables and herbs and you have a recipe for success! In 5 minutes, you could be enjoying this flavor-packed Greek Rice Bowl, which calls for a medley of fresh veggies including cucumber, yellow peppers, tomatoes, and red onions.
Alternatively, you could take advantage of this opportunity to clean out the vegetable drawer in your fridge! Ready in 90 seconds, flavorful Minute® Ready to Serve Garlic & Olive Oil Jasmine Rice is the perfect base for a satisfying grab-and-go lunch.
Adding some protein, such as canned chickpeas or lentils, is a great way to enjoy a boost of energy to get through the day. Try it in this hearty Greek Brown Rice and Veggie Bowl.
Looking for another easy weeknight meal? Try our Cheesy Chicken and Rice Recipe with Broccoli.
