Rice Almondine

Elevate your side dish game with this richly flavorful Rice Almondine, a perfect balance of nutty crunch and aromatic seasonings. Crafted with fluffy long-grain white rice, toasted almonds, and a savory blend of onion, garlic, and chicken or vegetable broth, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a dish bursting with texture and taste. The rice is lightly toasted for extra depth before being simmered to perfection, then finished with fresh parsley for a vibrant, herbaceous touch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy and elegant dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it alongside roasted chicken, grilled fish, or your favorite vegetarian entrée for a meal that's both satisfying and sophisticated.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 0.33 cup sliced almonds
• 1 unit small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside to drain in a colander.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring the water and broth to a gentle boil. Keep it warm on low heat.

Step 3

In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced almonds and toast them, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes or until golden and aromatic. Remove the almonds from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the drained rice to the skillet. Stir well to coat the rice with the butter and allow it to toast lightly for 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Pour the warm broth-water mixture into the skillet with the rice. Stir in the salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet.

Step 7

Cook the rice on low heat for 15-18 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes.

Step 9

Fluff the rice gently with a fork, then stir in the toasted almonds and chopped parsley.

Step 10

Transfer the Rice Almondine to a serving dish and garnish with extra parsley and almonds, if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1080.1 grams (1080.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	778

Total Fat 46.70g	60%
Saturated Fat 14.50g	73%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g
Cholesterol 66mg	22%
Sodium 2211mg	96%
Total Carbohydrate 75.80g	28%
Dietary Fiber 8.50g	30%
Total Sugars 5.90g
Protein 17.60g	35%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 246mg	19%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 664mg	14%

*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: 52.9%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 38.2%