Low Fat White Rice with Toasted Sesame Seeds
Transform your everyday white rice into a fragrant and flavorful side dish with this Low Fat White Rice with Toasted Sesame Seeds recipe. Perfectly fluffy rice is paired with the nutty crunch of toasted sesame seeds and optional sesame oil, creating a light yet satisfying dish that’s both nutritious and versatile. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal effort, this recipe is ideal for weeknight meals, serving as a sidekick for stir-fries, grilled proteins, or vegetables. For a vibrant finish and a touch of freshness, sprinkle with chopped green onions. Prep it in just five minutes and let the warm, toasty aroma elevate your table. Simple, healthy, and delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups water
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoons sesame oil (optional, for aroma)
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and helps prevent the rice from becoming sticky.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Stir gently to distribute the salt.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let the rice simmer for 15 minutes.
After 15 minutes, remove the saucepan from the heat but keep it covered. Let the rice sit and steam for 5 more minutes to ensure it is tender and fluffy.
While the rice is cooking, heat a small dry skillet over medium-low heat. Add the sesame seeds and toast them, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes until they are golden brown and fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and transfer it to a serving dish.
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the rice. For additional flavor, drizzle the sesame oil over the top if desired.
Optionally, garnish with chopped green onions for a fresh flavor and a pop of color.
Serve warm as a side dish or as a base for your favorite stir-fry or protein.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
268 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.1 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 608 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 116 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 112 mg | 2% | |
*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.
