Vegetable Recipes for Your Rice Cooker

Explore a vibrant selection of vegetable-forward dishes you can effortlessly prepare in your rice cooker. From hearty one-pots to light sides, there’s a veggie recipe here for every occasion.

Why Cook Vegetables in a Rice Cooker?

  • Hands-off steaming & simmering: Perfectly tender veg with minimal fuss.
  • Nutrient retention: Gentle heat preserves vitamins and colour.
  • One-pot simplicity: Combine grains, legumes or proteins alongside your veggies.

Vegetable Recipe Categories

Mixed Veg Medley

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A colourful mix of carrots, peas, corn and bell peppers—ideal as a side or base.

Mushroom & Pea Risotto

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Creamy, risotto-style rice loaded with earthy mushrooms and sweet peas.

Cauliflower “Rice” Pilaf

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Low-carb cauliflower “rice” tossed with herbs, nuts and dried fruit.

Sweet Potato & Carrot Mash

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Velvety mash with warming spices—great alongside grilled meats or tofu.

Spinach & Feta Rice Bake

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Greek-inspired bake combining tangy feta, baby spinach and fluffy rice.

Broccoli & Cheddar Casserole

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Cheesy comfort dish with tender broccoli florets and rice.

Ratatouille-Style Veg Rice

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Tomato-rich mix of courgette, aubergine and peppers over herby rice.

Asian-Style Bok Choy & Mushrooms

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Light soy-infused broth steams greens and fungi to perfection.

Pumpkin & Sage Risotto

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Autumnal flavours of sweet pumpkin and aromatic sage in creamy rice.

Pea & Mint Pilaf

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Refreshing mint brightens tender peas in this simple pilaf.

Tips for Perfect Vegetable Dishes

  1. Layer textures: Add denser veggies (e.g., sweet potato) earlier, and quick-cook greens (e.g., spinach) near the end.
  2. Season in stages: Salt some of the cooking liquid and adjust at the end to avoid over-salting.
  3. Use vegetable stock: Boost depth of flavour compared to water.
  4. Garnish for freshness: Finish with fresh herbs, a squeeze of lemon or a drizzle of olive oil.

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