Herb-Infused Rice
Elevate your side dishes with this Herb-Infused Rice recipe, a fragrant and flavorful staple that brings vibrant, herbaceous notes to your table. Each fluffy grain of long-grain white rice is infused with the rich aroma of fresh parsley, cilantro, basil, thyme, and a hint of zesty lemon, creating a versatile and refreshing dish that pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or Mediterranean-inspired meals. Sautéed garlic and olive oil lend depth, while a simple simmering technique ensures perfectly cooked rice every time. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and elegant recipe is ideal for busy weeknights yet impressive enough for entertaining. Perfect for lovers of herbaceous side dishes, aromatic rice recipes, and wholesome comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the rice and salt to the pan, stirring well to coat the rice grains with the oil and garlic. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Pour the water into the pan and increase the heat to high. Bring to a boil.
Once the water reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tightly fitting lid, and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
While the rice is cooking, finely chop the fresh parsley, cilantro, basil, and thyme, and zest the lemon.
After 15 minutes, remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to finish steaming.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork, then add the chopped herbs and lemon zest, mixing them gently into the rice until well incorporated.
Serve the herb-infused rice warm as a fragrant and flavorful side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
531 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.8 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1207 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.9 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 229 mg | 5% | |
*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.
