Low Sodium Butter Rice
Savor the comforting flavors of **Low Sodium Butter Rice**, a quick and wholesome dish that transforms simple pantry staples into a burst of deliciousness. This recipe uses **low sodium chicken broth** as the perfect base, keeping the flavor rich while catering to salt-conscious diets. Aromatic **diced onions** and **minced garlic** are sautéed in silky **unsalted butter**, lending a fragrant depth to the steamed **long-grain white rice**, which is toasted for extra nuttiness. A touch of **lemon juice** adds brightness, while **parsley**, **black pepper**, and a garnish of fresh **chives** round out its subtle herbal charm. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish works beautifully as a side or a light main, pairing well with grilled proteins or roasted vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping, this easy-to-make recipe balances nutrition, flavor, and convenience with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Long grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Low sodium chicken broth
- 1 small, finely chopped Onion
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Dried parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh chives
Instructions
Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps to remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming mushy.
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and cook while stirring for 2 minutes to lightly toast the rice.
Pour in the low sodium chicken broth and stir in the dried parsley and ground black pepper. Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let simmer for about 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
After 15 minutes, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to finish cooking and allow the rice to absorb any remaining liquid.
Uncover the rice and fluff it gently with a fork. Mix in the fresh lemon juice for a hint of acidity and brightness.
Garnish with fresh chopped chives before serving. Adjust seasoning with additional black pepper if desired.
Serve warm as a delicious and satisfying side or main dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
566 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.0 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1123 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.8 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 14.7 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 135 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 760 mg | 16% | |
*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.
