6 Meal Prep Ideas You Can Do on Sunday to Help You Eat Healthy All Week

Having a cooked whole grain on hand makes it easy to throw together a meal in a pinch. Nutritionists recommend choosing a sturdy grain that will hold up in the fridge: Barley, farro, quinoa, couscous, and brown rice are all great options. Cook a big batch, store it in the fridge, and your complex carb for the week is all ready to go.

This week I went with brown rice. Knowing how to cook this grain is a simple skill to gain. When I cook brown rice, I simply boil 1 1/2 cups of well-salted water, then added a cup of brown rice, set the heat to low, covered the pot, and let it cook for about 35 to 40 minutes. These general instructions may vary depending on the type of grain you're using, and you can usually find specific instructions on your rice bag.

I used my rice in a quick grain bowl with some kale and a hardboiled egg, and in a burrito with roasted corn, peppers, lentils, and salsa. You can also use your brown rice in:

• Veggie Fried Rice
• Shaved Zucchini and Brown Rice Salad With Chicken
• Cabbage, Orange, And Brown Rice Salad
• Shrimp With Brown Rice And Edamame

Here are 17 other healthy and creative ways to cook with rice