Sage & Spring Veggies Pie in a Brown Rice Crust

Sage has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties and is believed to improve memory and brain function.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Sage & Spring Veggies Pie in a Brown Rice Crust

Cooking Method: Baking, Sautéing Cuisine: American, Vegetarian Courses: Lunch, Main Dish, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 25 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 2100

Best Season: Spring

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Brown rice
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 cup Spring vegetables (e.g., asparagus, peas, zucchini)
• 2 tablespoon Fresh sage leaves
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the brown rice according to package instructions.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
3. Add the spring vegetables and sage leaves to the skillet, and cook until tender.
4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper.
5. In a separate bowl, combine the cooked brown rice, sautéed vegetables, and grated Parmesan cheese.
6. Press the rice mixture into a greased pie dish to form the crust.
7. Pour the egg mixture over the rice crust.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
9. Allow the pie to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
10. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 5g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.