Low Sodium Fragrant Spiced Rice

Elevate your side dish game with this Low Sodium Fragrant Spiced Rice, a heart-healthy recipe bursting with bold flavors and aromatic spices. This vibrantly golden dish combines fluffy basmati rice with a blend of cumin, coriander, turmeric, and fresh ginger, creating a fragrant base without the need for excess salt. A cinnamon stick and bay leaf infuse subtle warmth, while a finishing sprinkle of fresh cilantro adds a touch of freshness. Perfect for pairing with curries, grilled proteins, or roasted vegetables, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 35 minutes and serves as a flavorful, low-sodium alternative to traditional spiced rice dishes. Whether you're meal prepping or hosting a dinner party, this recipe offers a delicious way to enjoy wholesome, globally inspired flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Basmati rice
• 3 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoons Ground coriander
• 1 Cinnamon stick
• 0.5 teaspoons Turmeric powder
• 1 Bay leaf
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 1 inch piece Fresh ginger
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This step helps to remove excess starch, resulting in fluffy rice.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Peel the ginger and grate it finely.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized pot over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, ground cumin, ground coriander, and turmeric powder. Sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the basmati rice to the pot and stir well to coat the grains in the spiced oil mixture.

Step 8

Pour in the water and add the cinnamon stick, bay leaf, and ground black pepper.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 10

After 15 minutes, remove the pot from the heat but keep it covered. Let it sit undisturbed for an additional 10 minutes to allow the rice to steam and absorb the flavors.

Step 11

Fluff the rice with a fork and remove the bay leaf and cinnamon stick.

Step 12

Finely chop the fresh cilantro and sprinkle it over the rice before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1228.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	729.7

Total Fat 30.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 40.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 101.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.0g	0%
Total Sugars 7.6g
Protein 14.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 190.7mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 572.0mg	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: 37.3%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 55.0%