Low Fat Herb Rice
Elevate your side dishes with this flavorful and guilt-free Low Fat Herb Rice recipe, a perfect blend of fresh herbs and citrusy zest. Made with aromatic long-grain white rice cooked in low-sodium chicken broth, this dish is infused with the vibrant flavors of parsley, dill, and basil, along with a hint of lemon zest and garlic for a refreshing twist. Light olive oil keeps this dish low in fat without compromising on taste, making it a healthy yet satisfying choice. Ready in just 30 minutes, this herb-infused rice pairs beautifully with grilled chicken, seafood, or roasted vegetables, making it an ideal option for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Simple, wholesome, and delicious—your new go-to herb rice recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the rice to the saucepan and stir to coat the grains with oil and garlic, cooking for another 2 minutes.
Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and add salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let it simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the rice to finish cooking in its own steam.
Carefully fluff the rice with a fork. Stir in the lemon zest, fresh parsley, dill, and basil.
Serve the herb rice warm as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
434 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.7 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1331 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.3 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 10.4 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 82 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 225 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.
