Healthy brown rice recipes

Mushroom brown rice risotto

We’ve used low-GI brown rice to make this risotto a healthier option, topped with fried mushrooms, pecorino cheese and thyme leaves.

Brown fried rice with carrot, cabbage and red onion

This twist on the usual fried rice uses stir-fried cabbage and carrot and fibre-rich brown rice to give this classic comfort food a healthy boost.

An antipasto rice salad with char-grilled eggplant, sun-dried tomato and basil pesto.

Chicken teriyaki brown rice sushi

There may well be some time investment here, but your efforts will be worth it. These chicken teriyaki brown rice sushi rolls look fabulous and the brown rice filling makes it an extra nutritious snack.

Brown rice kedgeree

This traditional Indian dish combines smoked salmon, eggs, yoghurt and a spicy curry folded through rice. It is best for a spectacular healthy brunch, light lunch or side.

Italian brown rice salad

This humble chicken and brown rice salad offers a taste of Italy, with the hero its lemon mustard dressing.

Brown rice pilaf

Loaded with roasted kumara and pan-fried mushrooms, this healthy pilaf is great for a mid-week dinner and also makes for a tasty packed lunch.

Brown rice paella

Brown fried rice

Fried rice has been given a healthy makeover with the use of brown rice and lots of fresh vegetables. A great way to use up leftover rice.

Brown rice salad with pumpkin

There is nothing boring about this inventive salad. Bold flavours of roast pumpkin, pomegranate seeds and nori with brown rice and a miso dressing will give your view of salads a pleasant refresher.

Brown rice and kale stir-fry

A healthy and delicious way to eat kale.

Turkey and brown rice salad

Packed full of protein and flavour, this delicious turkey and brown rice salad makes a great post workout meal or healthy lunch or dinner to charge you for a big day.

Pea and ham brown rice salad

Five-spice chicken with brown rice

Tuna with quinoa and brown rice pilaf

Quinoa (keen-wa) seems to be the superfood of the moment, and for good reason. It is the seed of a leafy plant similar to spinach. Its cooking qualities are similar to rice, and it is full of goodness and protein.

Smoked trout and brown rice salad

Brown rice and roast pumpkin salad

Bold flavours of roast pumpkin, maple syrup and soy sauce mix with brown rice and leafy greens to give your view of salads a pleasant refresher.

Tomato and kumara brown rice salad

This recipe is quick, simple and healthy. A great combination for a light meal on the go.

Lemon chilli pork with italian brown rice salad

Brown rice nasi goreng with soft-boiled egg

Nasi goreng has been given a healthy makeover with brown rice, Asian greens, and fresh chilli.

Sticky chicken wings with fried brown rice

This Asian-style dish creates the perfect lunch box for busy days.

Brown rice with vegetables and tahini dressing

Super healthy and easy to make, tahini dressing is the making of this simple brown rice and vegetables dish.

Broccolini, brown rice and sesame stir-fry

Chopped macadamias add crunch to this colourful, healthy stir-fry.

Stir-fried beef and brown rice with carrot and cucumber pickle

This tasty Asian inspired stir-fry makes a great mid-week family dinner. The beef mince is spiced to perfection, and complimented beautifully by fresh veggies and herbs, which all sit atop a bed of filling brown rice.

Teriyaki poke bowls

Pick your favourite protein from tofu, salmon or chicken breast for these fresh and healthy teriyaki poke bowls. Packed with veg for a hearty lunch.

Brown rice congee with fried garlic

This traditional Asian dish is a savoury porridge made with rice and often eaten at breakfast. It’s a great option for a wholesome, nourishing meal.

Burrito salad bowl

Packed with beans, rice, salad and nuts. All the flavour of a burrito but lower in carbs with this fresh and vibrant vegetarian burrito bowl.