Low Sodium Herb Rice
Elevate your side dish game with this flavorful Low Sodium Herb Rice recipe! Perfect for those watching their salt intake, this quick and easy dish features tender long-grain white rice infused with the aromatic goodness of fresh parsley, basil, and thyme. A subtle hint of lemon zest adds a bright, zesty twist, while sautéed onion and garlic create a savory base. Cooked to fluffy perfection, this herb-infused rice is a versatile, heart-healthy accompaniment to your favorite grilled proteins, roasted vegetables, or hearty stews. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the ideal way to add vibrant flavor without relying on extra salt.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon, chopped fresh thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
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 finely chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the saucepan and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Stir in the rinsed rice, ensuring the rice is coated in the onion and garlic mixture.
Add the 2 cups of water and increase the heat to bring it to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a lid. Let it simmer for 15-18 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to finish cooking.
Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the fresh parsley, basil, thyme, black pepper, and lemon zest.
Serve the herb-infused rice as a delicious and aromatic side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
472 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.0 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 28 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.7 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 8.5 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 129 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 455 mg | 10% | |
*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.
