Low Sodium Arroz Blanco

Elevate your side dish game with this Low Sodium Arroz Blanco, a light and fluffy white rice recipe that's big on flavor without the extra salt. Perfect for heart-healthy eating, this dish features long-grain white rice cooked to tender perfection in a fragrant medley of unsalted butter, sautéed onion, and garlic. A touch of black pepper adds a hint of spice, while fresh parsley lends a burst of color and freshness. With simple ingredients and just 30 minutes from start to finish, this easy, low-sodium white rice is both nutritious and versatile—ideal for pairing with your favorite protein or serving as a wholesome base for savory stews and stir-fries. Optimize your mealtime with this healthy and delicious arroz blanco!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 0.5 onion, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 2 minutes, or until it becomes translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning the garlic.

Step 5

Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan, stirring to coat the rice grains in the butter.

Step 6

Pour in the water and add the black pepper, stirring to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 8

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for about 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and all the water is absorbed.

Step 9

Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to allow the rice to steam and become fluffy.

Step 10

Fluff the rice gently with a fork, then stir in the chopped fresh parsley.

Step 11

Serve hot as a side dish, and enjoy your flavorful and low-sodium arroz blanco!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(751.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	388.8

Total Fat 12.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 31mg	0%
Sodium 23.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g	0%
Total Sugars 2.3g
Protein 6.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 79.6mg	0%
Iron 3.0mg	0%
Potassium 200.3mg	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: 29.3%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 64.2%