Toasted Herb Rice

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
28%
Toasted Herb Rice
45 min.
6
547kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Toasted Herb Rice, a dish that perfectly balances flavor and nutrition. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with wholesome ingredients that will tantalize your taste buds. In just 45 minutes, you can create a hearty side dish that serves six, making it ideal for family gatherings or dinner parties.

The star of this recipe is the toasted long-grain rice, which is sautéed to a golden brown perfection, enhancing its nutty flavor. Combined with aromatic chicken broth and a medley of fresh ingredients like green onions and pine nuts, this dish offers a delightful crunch and a burst of freshness in every bite. The addition of dried basil infuses the rice with a fragrant herbaceous note, while a garnish of fresh basil sprigs elevates the presentation and taste.

Not only is this Toasted Herb Rice a feast for the senses, but it also boasts a balanced caloric breakdown, with a healthy mix of protein, fats, and carbohydrates. Whether served alongside grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or as a standalone dish, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and become a staple in your kitchen. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to enjoy a delicious and nutritious meal that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • servings garnish: basil sprig fresh
  • tablespoons butter 
  • 28 ounce chicken broth canned
  • teaspoon basil dried
  •  green onions chopped
  • 0.3 cup pinenuts toasted
  • 1.8 cups converted rice long-grain with uncle ben's) uncooked
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add rice, and saut 4 minutes or until golden brown.
  2. Combine sauted rice, broth, and next 3 ingredients in a 4-quart slow cooker.
  3. Cover and cook on HIGH 2 hours or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Stir in pine nuts.
  4. Garnish, if desired.
  5. Fresh is Best: If you have fresh basil on hand, use 1 tablespoon fresh instead of 1 teaspoon dried basil.

Nutrition Facts

Calories547kcal
Protein28.83%
Fat36.64%
Carbs34.53%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.2
Glycemic Load
26.16
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
17.400435162627%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.16mg
Quercetin
1.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:547.19kcal
27.36%
Fat:21.88g
33.66%
Saturated Fat:4.62g
28.87%
Carbohydrates:46.39g
15.46%
Net Carbohydrates:45g
16.36%
Sugar:0.62g
0.69%
Cholesterol:66.15mg
22.05%
Sodium:805.55mg
35.02%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:38.73g
77.46%
Manganese:1.31mg
65.3%
Selenium:32.63µg
46.61%
Vitamin K:43.14µg
41.08%
Phosphorus:315.22mg
31.52%
Zinc:4.45mg
29.7%
Vitamin B3:4.46mg
22.29%
Vitamin B12:1.33µg
22.17%
Vitamin B6:0.36mg
18.01%
Iron:2.96mg
16.43%
Magnesium:62.53mg
15.63%
Copper:0.31mg
15.25%
Vitamin A:713.11IU
14.26%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.26%
Potassium:355.61mg
10.16%
Vitamin E:1.5mg
10%
Vitamin B5:0.59mg
5.91%
Fiber:1.39g
5.54%
Calcium:52.9mg
5.29%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.88%
Folate:19.14µg
4.78%
Vitamin C:2.69mg
3.26%
Source:My Recipes