Green Jasmine Rice
Experience the vibrant flavors of Green Jasmine Rice, a dish that combines fluffy jasmine rice with a bold blend of fresh herbs and creamy coconut milk for a side dish that’s as stunning as it is flavorful. Spinach, cilantro, basil, and parsley create a naturally bright green herb paste that infuses every grain with fragrant, earthy notes. A touch of lime juice adds zesty brightness, while garlic and scallions lend aromatic depth. Toasted briefly before simmering, the rice absorbs a luscious mixture of coconut milk and water, resulting in a perfectly soft and fragrant dish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is ideal as a colorful side for curries, grilled proteins, or as a standalone vegetarian delight. For added flair, serve with a wedge of lime and watch this green-hued masterpiece light up your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 2 cups spinach leaves
- 1 cup fresh cilantro
- 0.5 cup fresh basil
- 0.5 cup fresh parsley
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 scallions
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside to drain.
In a blender or food processor, combine spinach leaves, cilantro, basil, parsley, garlic cloves, scallions, lime juice, and vegetable oil. Blend until smooth to create a green herb paste.
In a medium pot, heat the green herb paste over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Add the jasmine rice to the pot and stir to coat the rice evenly in the herb mixture. Toast the rice for 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously.
Pour in the coconut milk and water, then add salt and pepper. Stir well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and simmer for 15 minutes.
After 15 minutes, turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to steam.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving, ensuring the green jasmine rice is evenly cooked and fragrant.
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy it on its own with additional lime wedges for extra brightness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
199 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.9 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 511 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.7 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 97 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 290 mg | 6% | |
*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.
