Low Sodium Green Rice (Arroz Verde)
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and nutritious Low Sodium Green Rice (Arroz Verde), a flavorful twist on the traditional Mexican recipe. Packed with the wholesome goodness of fresh spinach, cilantro, parsley, and smoky poblano pepper, this dish is brimming with bold, herbaceous taste while keeping sodium levels in check. Toasted long-grain white rice is infused with a creamy green blend of vegetables and herbs, simmered gently in low sodium vegetable broth for the perfect tender texture. Finished with a touch of unsalted butter, zesty lime juice, and a sprinkle of black pepper, this heart-healthy recipe is ideal for anyone seeking rich flavors without the added salt. Perfect for pairing with grilled chicken, fish, or roasted vegetables, this easy-to-make green rice is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 0.5 cup fresh parsley leaves
- 1 medium poblano pepper
- 1 small onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups low sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps to remove excess starch and prevent the rice from becoming gummy.
In a blender, combine the spinach leaves, cilantro leaves, parsley leaves, poblano pepper (seeds removed), onion, and garlic cloves. Blend until smooth, adding a bit of the vegetable broth if needed to help with blending.
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the rice and toast for about 2-3 minutes until lightly golden.
Pour in the spinach and herb mixture into the saucepan with the rice, stirring to coat the rice thoroughly with the green sauce.
Add the remaining vegetable broth, unsalted butter, lime juice, and ground black pepper to the saucepan. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the saucepan and simmer for about 18-20 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Once cooked, remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork, serve warm, and enjoy your flavorful low sodium green rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
807 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.7 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.8 g | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 431 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.8 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.9 g | ||
| Protein | 17.1 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 425 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 2478 mg | 53% | |
*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.
