Sugar-Free Herb Rice

Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and aromatic Sugar-Free Herb Rice recipe! Made with fluffy basmati rice, sautéed onions, and a fragrant mix of fresh parsley, cilantro, and dill, this dish delivers a burst of herbaceous flavor in every bite—all without any added sugar. Perfectly seasoned with a touch of salt and black pepper, it pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or hearty stews. The simple cooking technique ensures tender, separate grains of rice, while the fresh herbs add color, zest, and nutrition. Ready in just 35 minutes, this wholesome, gluten-free, and naturally sugar-free dish is an effortless way to add elegance to your everyday meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup basmati rice
• 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 cup onion
• 2 whole garlic cloves
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cup fresh dill
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse 1 cup of basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming sticky.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add 0.5 cup of finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 4

Mince 2 garlic cloves and add them to the saucepan, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the rinsed rice, ensuring it is well-coated with the oil and onions.

Step 6

Pour in 2 cups of water and add 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Stir well.

Step 7

Increase the heat to high and bring the water to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and all the water has been absorbed.

Step 8

While the rice is cooking, finely chop 0.25 cup each of fresh parsley, cilantro, and dill.

Step 9

Once the rice is cooked, remove it from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes to allow the steam to finish cooking the rice.

Step 10

Fluff the rice with a fork and gently stir in the chopped herbs.

Step 11

Season with 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper and adjust the salt if needed.

Step 12

Serve warm as a side dish or as a bed for protein or vegetable medleys.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(840.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	437.0

Total Fat 15.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1219.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.4g	0%
Total Sugars 5.2g
Protein 9.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 134.6mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 512.4mg	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: 31.4%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 59.6%