Dairy-Free Herb Rice
Elevate your side dish game with Dairy-Free Herb Rice, a fragrant and flavorful recipe that's perfect for any occasion. This vibrant dish combines fluffy long-grain rice with aromatic fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, and thyme for a burst of freshness in every bite. Infused with garlic, onions, and a subtle hint of lemon zest, this dish is light yet deeply satisfying. Cooked in vegetable broth and dressed with olive oil, it’s entirely dairy-free, making it ideal for plant-based diets or those with dietary restrictions. Quick to prepare and ready in under 35 minutes, Dairy-Free Herb Rice pairs beautifully with grilled vegetables, roasted proteins, or as a standalone vegan delight. Rich in earthy flavors and fresh ingredients, this dish is sure to become a staple at your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small, finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 0.25 cup, finely chopped fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup, finely chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon, chopped fresh thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold running water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Drain well.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3 minutes, until translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the saucepan and continue to cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir well to coat the rice with the oil, cooking for about 2 minutes until the rice starts to become slightly opaque.
Pour in the vegetable broth, and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
Once the broth is boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and all the liquid has been absorbed.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit undisturbed, covered, for 5 minutes.
Uncover the saucepan and fluff the rice gently with a fork. Stir in the chopped parsley, cilantro, thyme, salt, black pepper, and lemon zest.
Serve the Dairy-Free Herb Rice warm as a delicious side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
977 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.4 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2878 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.8 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.4 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.1 g | ||
| Protein | 23.1 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 199 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1736 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
