Herbed Basmati Rice

Gluten Free
Health score
10%
Herbed Basmati Rice
45 min.
6
171kcal

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Welcome to the delightful world of Herbed Basmati Rice! This vibrant side dish is an absolute must-try for anyone looking to elevate their culinary repertoire. With its aromatic blend of fresh herbs and savory components, every bite of this gluten-free dish offers a tantalizing journey for your taste buds. Cooking basmati rice to perfection can be a culinary art, and this recipe highlights that skill with meticulous attention to flavor and texture.

Ready in just 45 minutes, Herbed Basmati Rice is not only quick to prepare, but it also complements a variety of main dishes, whether you're serving grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or a hearty stew. The infusion of fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth imbues the rice with a rich depth, while the toasty pine nuts and Parmesan cheese add a satisfying crunch and creaminess. Fresh basil and thyme bring a garden-fresh brightness to each serving, making this dish a true celebration of flavors.

With only 171 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free, and you'll love how this Herbed Basmati Rice transforms simple meals into extraordinary feasts. Gather your ingredients, follow our easy steps, and get ready to impress your family or guests with this exquisite side dish. Dive into the heart of culinary creativity and make mealtime a memorable experience!

Ingredients

  • cup rice uncooked
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • cup fat-skimmed beef broth fat-free
  • tablespoon basil fresh chopped
  • teaspoon thyme sprigs fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.3 cup spring onion chopped
  • teaspoon olive oil 
  • tablespoons parmesan fresh grated
  • 0.3 cup pinenuts toasted
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • cup water 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a medium skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat.
  2. Add rice and garlic to pan; saut 2 minutes or until rice is lightly toasted.
  3. Add 1 cup water, broth, and salt to pan; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
  4. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Stir in onions, nuts, Parmesan cheese, basil, thyme, and pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories171kcal
Protein9.89%
Fat28.74%
Carbs61.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49.53
Glycemic Load
15.01
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
6.1778260916471%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.15mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.45mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:170.51kcal
8.53%
Fat:5.45g
8.39%
Saturated Fat:0.84g
5.24%
Carbohydrates:26.19g
8.73%
Net Carbohydrates:25.37g
9.22%
Sugar:0.42g
0.47%
Cholesterol:1.7mg
0.57%
Sodium:296.15mg
12.88%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.22g
8.44%
Manganese:0.88mg
44.07%
Vitamin K:13.8µg
13.14%
Phosphorus:92.42mg
9.24%
Selenium:6.2µg
8.85%
Copper:0.17mg
8.34%
Magnesium:25.69mg
6.42%
Zinc:0.81mg
5.41%
Vitamin B3:0.99mg
4.97%
Calcium:48.48mg
4.85%
Vitamin E:0.69mg
4.59%
Iron:0.79mg
4.39%
Vitamin B5:0.4mg
3.97%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.72%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.3%
Fiber:0.82g
3.29%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.95%
Potassium:101.45mg
2.9%
Folate:8.02µg
2%
Vitamin A:97.07IU
1.94%
Vitamin C:1.58mg
1.91%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.76%
Source:My Recipes