Low Fat Herb-Infused Rice

Elevate your meals with this fragrant and healthy Low Fat Herb-Infused Rice, a flavorful twist on a classic side dish. Made with aromatic fresh parsley, dill, thyme, and basil, this recipe pairs perfectly with your favorite proteins or vegetables. Cooked in low-sodium vegetable broth and infused with a hint of garlic and citrusy lemon zest, every bite is bursting with vibrant herbal flavor. With just a teaspoon of olive oil and no heavy fats, this dish is a light yet satisfying option for any diet. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy and wholesome addition to your weekly meal prep or dinner table. Perfect for fans of Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, this versatile side is as nutritious as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 1 tablespoon fresh basil
• 1 medium garlic clove
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Finely chop the garlic clove and add it to the saucepan, stirring until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Step 4

Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir to coat the rice with oil and garlic.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and add salt and black pepper. Stir well.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.

Step 7

Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 8

Meanwhile, finely chop the parsley, dill, thyme, and basil.

Step 9

Turn off the heat and remove the saucepan from the stove. Allow the rice to sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the lid and fluff the rice gently with a fork.

Step 11

Add the chopped herbs and lemon zest to the rice, stirring to combine evenly.

Step 12

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary.

Step 13

Serve warm as a delightful low-fat side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(716.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	430.9

Total Fat 14.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1469.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 2.2g
Protein 6.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 75.3mg	0%
Iron 3.6mg	0%
Potassium 589.0mg	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: 31.6%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 62.5%