Instant Pot Bison & Rice Meal Prep
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Created at: January 16, 2025
Preparation Time:
5 minutes
Cooking Time:
20 minutes
Total Time:
25 minutes
Difficulty:
Easy
Recipe Description
A simple and nutritious one-pot meal featuring lean ground bison, fluffy basmati rice, and sweet peas. Perfect for meal prep or a quick and satisfying dinner.
Healthy Swaps
- Replace basmati rice with quinoa or cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option.
- Use ground turkey or chicken instead of bison for a lighter flavor.
- Add chopped fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for extra freshness.
Nutritional Highlights
- Bison: A lean and nutrient-dense protein rich in iron and B vitamins.
- Basmati Rice: Gluten-free and easily digestible, providing sustained energy.
- Peas: High in fiber and plant-based protein, supporting digestion and muscle repair.
Ingredients
- avocado oil - 1 tablespoon of avocado oil
- filtered water - 2 cups of filtered water
- frozen peas - 12 ounces of frozen peas
- garlic powder - 1 tablespoon of garlic powder
- ground bison - 16 ounces of ground bison
- onion powder - 1 tablespoon of onion powder
- pink salt - ½ teaspoons of pink salt
- white basmati rice - 1 ½ cups of white basmati rice
⌞(rinsed and drained)
Adjust Servings
Currently serving: 4
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Nutrition Information
Calories:
389.5
Protein:
35.5g
Total Fat:
13.7g
Carbohydrates:
31.4g
Servings:
4
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Recipe Steps
Step 1
Place [ ](frozen peas) on the counter to thaw while preparing the dish.
Step 2
Set the Instant Pot to sauté on HIGH. Add [ ](avocado oil) and [ ](ground bison). Sauté until the bison is fully cooked, breaking it into small pieces. Drain any excess fat.
Step 3
Stir in [ ](onion powder), [ ](garlic powder), [ ](pink salt), and [ ](filtered water). Add [ ](white basmati rice) (rinsed and drained), stirring to combine.
Step 4
Press “Cancel” on the Instant Pot. Secure the lid, set the valve to “Sealing,” and cook on HIGH pressure for 4 minutes.
Step 5
Allow 10 minutes of natural pressure release, then perform a quick release. Stir in the thawed peas until evenly distributed and warmed through.
Step 6
Divide into meal prep containers for easy lunches or serve immediately. Enjoy warm!