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Arroz Verde (Green Rice Recipe)

Delicious Arroz Verde: Your New Favorite Green Rice Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of Arroz Verde, a healthy and delicious green rice dish perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 93
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil Can substitute with olive oil.
  • 1 cup Lundberg Farms Long Grain White Rice Brown rice can be used with adjusted cooking time.
For the Peppers
  • 1 medium Poblano Pepper Can substitute with ancho or banana peppers.
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Pepper Remove seeds for less heat or substitute with bell pepper.
For Flavor
  • 1 medium Chopped Onion Shallots can be used for a milder taste.
  • 2 cloves Garlic
For the Herbs
  • 1 cup Cilantro Packed.
  • 1/2 cup Parsley Packed.
For Cooking
  • 1 3/4 cups Vegetable Broth Chicken broth can be used for non-vegetarians.
  • Salt and Pepper To taste.
For Serving
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro For garnish.

Equipment

  • Large Dutch oven
  • fine-mesh sieve
  • Blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse the rice under cold running water using a fine-mesh sieve until water runs clear, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Heat avocado oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until shimmering.
  3. Add drained rice and toast for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until slightly browned.
  4. In a blender, combine poblano, jalapeño, onion, garlic, cilantro, parsley, salt, pepper, and 1/4 cup of vegetable broth. Blend until smooth.
  5. Mix the green puree into the pot with the remaining vegetable broth and bring to a rolling boil for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15-17 minutes without lifting the lid.
  7. Turn off the heat, let the rice rest covered for 15 minutes.
  8. Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in lime juice and additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 93kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gVitamin A: 125IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 2 months.

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