Herb-Infused Rice

Elevate your side dish game with this Herb-Infused Rice, a fragrant and flavorful recipe that’s bursting with fresh herbs and zesty citrus. Long-grain white rice is delicately cooked with sautéed garlic and olive oil, then elevated with a medley of fresh parsley, cilantro, basil, and thyme for a lively, garden-inspired flavor. A hint of bright lemon zest ties everything together, making this dish the perfect complement to grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or hearty stews. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is as versatile as it is delicious, offering a nutritious and aromatic alternative to plain rice. Perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings, Herb-Infused Rice is sure to become your go-to side dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 4

Add the rice and salt to the pan, stirring well to coat the rice grains with the oil and garlic. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 5

Pour the water into the pan and increase the heat to high. Bring to a boil.

Step 6

Once the water reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tightly fitting lid, and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.

Step 7

While the rice is cooking, finely chop the fresh parsley, cilantro, basil, and thyme, and zest the lemon.

Step 8

After 15 minutes, remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to finish steaming.

Step 9

Fluff the rice gently with a fork, then add the chopped herbs and lemon zest, mixing them gently into the rice until well incorporated.

Step 10

Serve the herb-infused rice warm as a fragrant and flavorful side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	741.3 grams (741.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	531

Total Fat 28.80g	37%
Saturated Fat 4.50g	23%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1207mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 59.90g	22%
Dietary Fiber 2.10g	8%
Total Sugars 0.30g
Protein 6.50g	13%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 97mg	7%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 229mg	5%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.4%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 45.7%