Cozy & Nutrient-Dense Tuna and Veggie Mixed Rice
There is something deeply comforting about a warm bowl of mixed rice at the end of a busy day. When I want a meal that feels like a big hug but doesn't require hours in the kitchen, this Tuna, Egg, and Veggie Mixed Rice is my absolute go-to. It’s a beautiful, colorful celebration of textures, combining a deeply aromatic blend of spices with crunchy cashews, protein-rich tuna, and a wholesome mix of whole-grain rice.
What I love most about this recipe is its gentle, rustic charm. Using convenient microwave rice pouches means you can spend less time hovering over the stove and more time slowing down and enjoying the process of tossing together fresh, vibrant greens, earthy turmeric, and fragrant cinnamon. It’s a nourishing, complete-meal-in-one-pan that feels wonderfully intentional yet effortlessly simple.
Ingredients:
- Microwave Black Rice: 250g
- Microwave Brown, Red, and Wild Rice: 250g
- Oil: 2 tbsp
- Chopped Garlic: 3-4 cloves
- Sliced Big Onion: ½
- Turmeric Powder: ¼ tsp
- Curry Powder: ½ tsp
- Chili Pieces: ½ tsp
- Cinnamon Powder: ¼ tsp
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
- Chopped Carrots: 1
- Green Beans: 150g
- Chopped Capsicum: ½
- Chopped Cabbage: A generous handful
- Chopped Kale Leaves: 2 leaves
- Frozen Green Peas: To taste
- Frozen Sweet Corn: To taste
- Tuna: 1 small can (drained)
- Eggs: 2
- Cashews: 150g
- Soy Sauce: 1 tsp
- Sesame Oil: ½ tsp
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Heat the oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and fry until beautifully golden-brown and fragrant. Toss in the sliced onions and sauté for 2–3 minutes until they begin to soften and turn translucent.
- Add the fresh carrots, green beans, and capsicum to the pan. Sprinkle in your salt, pepper, turmeric powder, curry powder, chili pieces, and cinnamon powder. Stir-fry well, ensuring the vibrant spices completely coat and infuse the vegetables.
- Stir in the frozen green peas, frozen sweet corn, chopped kale, cabbage, and the canned tuna. Mix gently to combine all the elements, allowing the greens to slightly wilt and the tuna to absorb the warm spices.
- Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil over the mixture, then toss in the cashews for that perfect, buttery crunch.
- Push the rice and veggie mixture to one side of your pan, creating an open space. Crack the two eggs directly into the cleared space and gently stir them until they are softly scrambled and cooked through.
- Pop your microwave rice pouches into the microwave according to the packet instructions. Once warm, add both the black rice and the mixed brown, red, and wild rice into the pan. Toss everything together lovingly until the grains are beautifully integrated with the colorful veggies and protein.
- Serve warm in your favorite ceramic bowl, sit back, and enjoy!
