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Arroz Verde

A flavorful green rice dish made with fresh herbs and spices.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Rice and Herbs
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 cup fresh parsley
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a blender, combine cilantro, parsley, garlic, and vegetable broth. Blend until smooth.
  3. In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the rinsed rice and toast for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour the blended herb mixture over the rice and stir to combine.
  5. Add salt and pepper, then bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with grilled meats or as a side to your favorite dishes.

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