Herbed Rice Mix
Transform your everyday rice into a fragrant, flavorful delight with this Herbed Rice Mix recipe! Featuring fluffy long-grain white rice infused with the savory richness of chicken or vegetable broth, this dish is elevated by the vibrant freshness of parsley, dill, and thyme. A touch of lemon zest adds a bright, citrusy note, while sautéed garlic and a golden toasting step create an irresistible depth of flavor. Perfect as a side dish for poultry or seafood, or as a base for your favorite proteins and veggies, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 35 minutes. Bring bold, herbaceous flavor to your table with this versatile and elegant rice dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
- 3.5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch, then drain well.
In a large saucepan, combine the butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter has melted.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
Add the rinsed rice to the pan and stir to coat in the butter-oil mixture. Toast the rice for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until it turns lightly golden.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, and season with salt and ground black pepper. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork, then stir in the fresh parsley, dill, thyme, and lemon zest.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve warm as a side dish or as a base for protein or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
465 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.2 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 1242 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.1 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 51 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 212 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.
