Creamy Lemon Parmesan Rice Recipe

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Creamy Lemon Parmesan Rice
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Directions:

  1. Heat about 2-3 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large heavy pot.
  2. Add in the onion and garlic; saute for about 3 minutes.
  3. Add in 4 quarts water and bring to a boil over high heat.
  4. Add in the rice; boil until the rice is JUST tender (about 15-16 minutes; drain and RESERVE 1/2 cup cooking liquid.
  5. In a medium bowl mix together the chopped parsley, softened butter, basil, lemon juice and lemon zest.
  6. Add the hot rice to the mixture; stir to melt butter.
  7. Add in reserved 1/2 cup cooking liquid and grated parmesan cheese; stir well to combine.
  8. Season with salt and pepper.
  9. Sprinkle with more Parmesan cheese if desired.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 677.35 Kcal (2836 kJ)
Calories from fat 213.28 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 23.7g 36%
Cholesterol 62.26mg 21%
Sodium 446.97mg 19%
Potassium 126.4mg 3%
Total Carbs 87.09g 29%
Sugars 1.56g 6%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Protein 18.66g 37%
Vitamin C 11.3mg 19%
Vitamin A 0.2mg 6%
Iron 0.7mg 4%
Calcium 399.3mg 40%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 58.92 Kcal (247 kJ)
Calories from fat 18.55 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.06g 36%
Cholesterol 5.42mg 21%
Sodium 38.88mg 19%
Potassium 11mg 3%
Total Carbs 7.58g 29%
Sugars 0.14g 6%
Dietary Fiber 0.17g 8%
Protein 1.62g 37%
Vitamin C 1mg 19%
Iron 0.1mg 4%
Calcium 34.7mg 40%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 15.1
    Points
  • 17
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • low cholesterol,
  • sugar free

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