Low Fat Herb Rice

Light, fragrant, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Low Fat Herb Rice is the perfect guilt-free side dish to elevate any meal. Made with long-grain white rice simmered in low-sodium chicken broth, this recipe achieves a rich depth of flavor without excess fat. A touch of olive oil and aromatic minced garlic set the base, while a medley of vibrant herbs—parsley, dill, and basil—adds an irresistible freshness. Finished with a hint of zesty lemon, this dish is a wholesome yet flavorful option that pairs beautifully with grilled chicken, fish, or roasted vegetables. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make herb rice is low in fat but high in taste, making it ideal for busy weeknight dinners or healthy meal prep.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

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 chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 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 saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the rice to the saucepan and stir to coat the grains with oil and garlic, cooking for another 2 minutes.

Step 4

Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and add salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.

Step 5

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let it simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the rice to finish cooking in its own steam.

Step 7

Carefully fluff the rice with a fork. Stir in the lemon zest, fresh parsley, dill, and basil.

Step 8

Serve the herb rice warm as a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(723.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	434.0

Total Fat 15.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1330.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 2.3g
Protein 10.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 82.2mg	0%
Iron 3.8mg	0%
Potassium 224.8mg	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: 32.7%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 57.7%