Parsleyed Rice with Peas
Brighten up your dinner table with Parsleyed Rice with Peas, a fresh and flavorful side dish that’s as easy to make as it is satisfying. This recipe combines tender, fluffy long-grain white rice with the natural sweetness of peas and the herbaceous vibrance of finely chopped fresh parsley. Butter adds a velvety richness, while a touch of black pepper brings a subtle kick. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough to serve at special gatherings. Whether paired with grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or enjoyed on its own, this quick and versatile recipe will bring wholesome comfort to any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Stir briefly to distribute the salt evenly.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once it boils, reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.
Simmer the rice for 15 minutes without removing the lid. After 15 minutes, turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 additional minutes to allow it to steam.
While the rice is steaming, heat the frozen peas in a small saucepan with a splash of water over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or until they are warmed through. Drain and set aside.
Fluff the cooked rice gently with a fork, then stir in the butter until it melts and coats the rice evenly.
Add the cooked peas, chopped parsley, and black pepper to the rice and gently fold them in until well combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve warm as a side dish or as a light dish on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
515 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.7 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 1241 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.6 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.1 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.1 g | ||
| Protein | 16.2 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1025 mg | 22% | |
*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.
