Green Rice

Green rice gets its vibrant color from the spinach and herbs used in the recipe. It is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients!

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Green Rice

Cooking Method: Boiling, Stir-frying Cuisine: Asian, Indian Courses: Lunch, Main Dish, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Basmati rice
• 1 cup Spinach
• 1 cup Green peas
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 2 piece Green chili
• ¹⁄₄ cup Cilantro
• ¹⁄₄ cup Mint leaves
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoon Ghee
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Turmeric powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt

Instructions

1. Rinse the rice thoroughly and soak it in water for 30 minutes.
2. Heat ghee in a pan and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add finely chopped onion, garlic, ginger, and green chili.
3. Sauté until the onions turn golden brown. Add turmeric powder and mix well.
4. Add spinach, green peas, cilantro, and mint leaves. Cook for a few minutes until the spinach wilts.
5. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pan. Mix well with the vegetables.
6. Add salt and water (1:2 ratio of rice to water). Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
7. Once the rice is cooked, remove it from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
8. Fluff the rice with a fork and drizzle lemon juice over it. Mix gently.
9. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 2g

Protein 8g16%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.