3 cups cooked brown basmati rice (1 cup uncooked) 1/2 pound sugar snap peas, strings removed. 1 red pepper, cut in small dice. 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives or 1 bunch green scallions, sliced thin.

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Brown basmati rice is considered a whole grain, meaning that it contains all three parts of the kernel — the germ, bran, and endosperm. Whole grains are associated with multiple health benefits.

Brown basmati rice has more fiber than the white version, and about 20% more than other types of brown rice. Higher fiber diets can help to reduce your risk of developing certain types of cancers ...

Raw basmati is a faint brown color due to the aging process. Achim Sass/Getty Images For every cup of basmati rice, you'll need about 1.25 cups of water.

Basmati rice is all about the flavor and aroma, which is intensely spicy, nutty, and floral (compared to other rice that is, not hot sauce or cashews or like, actual flowers).