Soy-Free Herb Rice

Elevate your meal with this vibrant and aromatic Soy-Free Herb Rice, a quick and wholesome side dish perfect for any occasion. Fluffy basmati rice is delicately infused with finely sautéed onions, garlic, and a pop of fresh lemon zest, then lifted with the bright flavors of parsley and dill. With a total prep and cook time of just 30 minutes, this easy recipe is naturally soy-free, vegan, and effortlessly customizable. Serve it alongside grilled vegetables, roasted meats, or use it as a base for hearty grain bowls. Packed with fresh herbs and simple ingredients, this dish will quickly become a dinner table favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Basmati Rice
• 4 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice in cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well and set aside.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the finely chopped onion to the saucepan, stirring occasionally, and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the onions and sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the rinsed and drained basmati rice, cooking for 1-2 minutes while stirring to coat the rice with the oil and mixture.

Step 6

Add the water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Gently fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the fresh parsley, dill, salt, black pepper, and lemon zest.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish or as a base for other meals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1525.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	798.5

Total Fat 29.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2406.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 115.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.6g	0%
Total Sugars 5.1g
Protein 16.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 171.8mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 452.8mg	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: 33.7%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 58.0%