Macadamia Nutted Rice

Elevate your side dish game with this luxurious Macadamia Nutted Rice recipe, a delightful blend of nutty richness, aromatic herbs, and buttery sautéed onions. Perfectly fluffy long-grain white rice forms the base, while toasted macadamia nuts add a satisfying crunch and depth of flavor. Infused with the warmth of garlic and finished with fresh parsley, this dish is both simple and elegant, making it an ideal accompaniment to roasted meats, grilled seafood, or hearty vegetable mains. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a crowd-pleasing choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups water
• 0.5 cup macadamia nuts
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 0.25 cup (chopped) yellow onion
• 1 clove (minced) garlic
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.

Step 2

Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the rinsed rice and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.

Step 3

While the rice is cooking, heat a skillet over medium heat and toast the macadamia nuts until golden and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 more minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 6

Once the rice has finished cooking, fluff it with a fork and transfer it to the skillet with the onion and garlic mixture. Gently stir to combine.

Step 7

Add the toasted macadamia nuts, chopped parsley, remaining salt, and black pepper to the rice. Stir well to incorporate all the ingredients evenly.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy it on its own for a light meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	843.1 grams (843.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	971

Total Fat 73.90g	95%
Saturated Fat 20.80g	104%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.70g
Cholesterol 66mg	22%
Sodium 1583mg	69%
Total Carbohydrate 71.70g	26%
Dietary Fiber 7.50g	27%
Total Sugars 5.40g
Protein 11.80g	24%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 131mg	10%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 457mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.6%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 28.7%