Garlicky Brown Rice
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this flavorful Garlicky Brown Rice recipe, a perfect blend of wholesome grains and savory aromatics. Made with nutty brown rice sautéed in garlic-infused olive oil, this dish features a rich, buttery finish and a touch of fresh parsley for added freshness. Ready in under 45 minutes, it's a simple yet delicious side dish that pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, grilled proteins, or hearty stews. With its tender texture and perfectly seasoned balance of salt and pepper, this versatile recipe is a healthier alternative to white rice without sacrificing flavor. Ideal for meal prep or as a comforting addition to your favorite meals, Garlicky Brown Rice proves that simple ingredients can create extraordinary taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the brown rice under cold running water until the water runs clear. This will help remove excess starch and prevent the rice from becoming sticky.
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the saucepan and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the rinsed brown rice to the saucepan and stir well to coat the rice in the garlic oil mixture.
Pour in 2 cups of water, add the salt and black pepper, and bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 35-40 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is fully absorbed.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes to steam.
Add the unsalted butter and fluff the rice gently with a fork to mix and separate the grains.
Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
145 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.0 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 254 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.6 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 29 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 64 mg | 1% | |
*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.
