Lemony mushroom & herb rice

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
51%
Lemony mushroom & herb rice
30 min.
4
85kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your mealtime with a dish that bursts with flavor and freshness? Our Lemony Mushroom & Herb Rice is a delightful side that will tantalize your taste buds and complement any main course. Perfectly vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, this recipe aligns with a variety of dietary preferences while remaining irresistibly delicious.

In just 30 minutes, you can whip up four servings of this exquisite rice dish. The combination of chestnut mushrooms sautéed to a beautiful golden brown, fragrant garlic, and an invigorating hint of lemon zest creates a delightful medley that's both zesty and earthy. Toss in a generous handful of freshly chopped parsley and snipped chives, and you've got a vibrant, herbaceous side that will steal the show.

Not only is this dish visually appealing with its colorful garnish, but it also offers a health-conscious option at only 85 calories per serving! The balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates make it a satisfying choice that can be paired with grilled fish, roasted vegetables, or your favorite protein. Whether it’s a casual weeknight dinner or a special gathering with friends, this Lemony Mushroom & Herb Rice will surely impress your guests and have them coming back for seconds.

Ingredients

  • servings rice long grain
  • 250 crimini mushrooms 
  • tbsp olive oil 
  • large garlic clove finely chopped
  • tbsp parsley chopped
  • tbsp chives snipped
  •  lemon zest finely grated

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • sieve
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Fill a roomy saucepan with water, bring to the boil and tip in a heaped teaspoon of salt - the water will bubble furiously.
  2. Pour in the rice, stir once and return to the boil, then turn the heat down a little so that the water is boiling steadily, but not vigorously.
  3. Boil uncovered, without stirring (this makes for sticky rice) for 10 minutes. Lift some out with a slotted spoon and nibble a grain or two. If they're too crunchy, cook for another minute and taste again. They should be tender but with a little bite.
  4. Drain the rice into a large sieve and rinse by pouring over a kettle of very hot water.
  5. Meanwhile, chop the chestnut mushrooms into smallish chunks and fry in olive oil in a large frying pan over a high heat for 4 minutes until golden. Stir in garlic and fry for 1 minute.
  6. Drain and rinse the rice and toss it into the mushrooms with the parsley, chives and lemon zest. Try a little and add salt if necessary. The zingy, fresh flavours go really well with grilled fish.

Nutrition Facts

Calories85kcal
Protein8.68%
Fat70.9%
Carbs20.42%

Properties

Glycemic Index
42.05
Glycemic Load
0.69
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.968260895947%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
10.24mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Isorhamnetin
0.15mg
Kaempferol
0.3mg
Myricetin
0.73mg
Quercetin
0.15mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:84.61kcal
4.23%
Fat:7.14g
10.98%
Saturated Fat:0.99g
6.18%
Carbohydrates:4.62g
1.54%
Net Carbohydrates:3.83g
1.39%
Sugar:1.24g
1.37%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:7.01mg
0.3%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.97g
3.93%
Vitamin K:86.93µg
82.79%
Selenium:16.65µg
23.78%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.64%
Copper:0.33mg
16.56%
Vitamin B3:2.48mg
12.42%
Vitamin C:10.03mg
12.15%
Vitamin A:498.97IU
9.98%
Vitamin B5:0.99mg
9.88%
Potassium:322.61mg
9.22%
Phosphorus:82.68mg
8.27%
Vitamin E:1.06mg
7.07%
Manganese:0.14mg
7.04%
Folate:25.53µg
6.38%
Zinc:0.78mg
5.22%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.95%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.65%
Iron:0.67mg
3.7%
Fiber:0.79g
3.17%
Calcium:24.95mg
2.49%
Magnesium:9.8mg
2.45%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.04%