Heart-Healthy Savory Mushroom Rice

Delight your taste buds while supporting your heart health with this wholesome and flavorful Heart-Healthy Savory Mushroom Rice. This satisfying dish brings together nutrient-packed brown rice and earthy baby bella mushrooms, all simmered in low-sodium vegetable broth for a boost of natural flavor. Aromatic garlic, onions, and a touch of fresh thyme enhance the savory profile, while a bright splash of lemon juice and fresh parsley add a refreshing finish. Perfect as a side dish or a light vegetarian main, this recipe combines heart-smart ingredients like extra virgin olive oil and whole grains into a delicious, easy-to-make dish that’s ready in under 45 minutes. Savor every bite of this guilt-free comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown rice
• 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms, sliced
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the brown rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming gummy.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of low-sodium vegetable broth to a boil. Add the rinsed brown rice and reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until they are translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the sliced baby bella mushrooms to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes, or until they are golden brown and tender. Stir occasionally.

Step 7

Mix in the fresh thyme leaves, and continue to cook for another minute to release the herbal aroma.

Step 8

Once the rice is cooked, add it to the mushroom mixture in the skillet. Stir well to combine all the flavors.

Step 9

Season the rice with 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, ensuring it is evenly distributed.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice for a burst of freshness.

Step 11

Serve the savory mushroom rice warm, with a sprinkle of extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1061.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	482.9

Total Fat 16.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 314.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 73.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.4g	0%
Total Sugars 12.5g
Protein 12.8g	0%

Vitamin D 15.9IU	0%
Calcium 105.1mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 1486.5mg	0%

*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: 30.3%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 59.4%