Easy Rice and Corn
Elevate your side dish game with this comforting and versatile Easy Rice and Corn recipe! Featuring tender, fluffy white rice paired with sweet, juicy canned corn kernels, this dish comes together in just 25 minutes with minimal effort. A touch of unsalted butter lends richness, while a sprinkle of black pepper and optional green onion garnish adds subtle depth and a pop of color. Perfect as a quick and flavorful accompaniment to any meal, it’s a family-friendly favorite that requires just a handful of pantry staples. Whether served alongside grilled proteins or enjoyed on its own, this simple yet satisfying recipe is a must-try for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup canned corn kernels
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 stalks green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15 minutes.
While the rice is cooking, drain the canned corn and set aside. If using green onions for garnish, chop them finely.
After 15 minutes, turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to allow it to finish steaming.
Remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork. Stir in the butter until melted and evenly distributed.
Add the canned corn to the rice and mix well. Season with black pepper and adjust salt to taste if needed.
Transfer the rice and corn to a serving dish and garnish with chopped green onions if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
169 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.6 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 394 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 29 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 142 mg | 3% | |
*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.
