Vegan Herb Rice
Elevate your plant-based meals with this vibrant Vegan Herb Rice recipe, a fragrant and flavor-packed dish perfect as a side or light main course. Made with fluffy basmati rice infused with fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, dill, and mint, this recipe is a celebration of bright, aromatic ingredients. Sautéed onions and garlic add depth, while zesty lemon juice and zest bring a refreshing tang that complements every bite. Simple to prepare in just 30 minutes, this healthy and gluten-free dish is ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Serve warm and watch it become a family favorite! Keywords: Vegan Herb Rice, fresh herbs, lemon flavor, easy plant-based recipes, quick side dishes, gluten-free vegan recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Basmati rice
- 2 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 small Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.25 cup Fresh dill, chopped
- 0.25 cup Fresh mint, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice under cold running water until the water runs clear. This will remove excess starch and prevent the rice from becoming sticky.
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
Add the rinsed rice to the boiling water, reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
While the rice is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Turn off the heat and stir in the chopped parsley, cilantro, dill, and mint.
Add the cooked rice to the skillet with the herbs and gently mix everything together.
Season the herb rice with the lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.
Drizzle with fresh lemon juice to enhance the flavors.
Serve warm as a delicious side dish or main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
599 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.7 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2021 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.1 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 326 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1139 mg | 24% | |
*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.
