Only 1 tablespoon of oil is used in this tasty and heart-healthy rice dish.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
½ cup
Calories
270
Total Fat
3 g
Saturated Fat
Less than 1 g
Cholesterol
0 mg
Sodium
183 mg
Calcium
28 mg
Iron
2 mg
Ingredients and Preparation
Ingredients
Measures
Vegetable oil
1 tablespoon
Medium onion, chopped
½
Garlic, minced
2 cloves
Long-grain white rice
2 cups
Hot water
4 cups
Salt
½ teaspoon
Fresh or frozen corn, peas, carrots, or peppers (optional)
½ cup
Directions
- In medium pan, heat oil and sauté onion, garlic, and rice. Add hot water and salt. Bring to a full boil. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes without stirring. If desired, add vegetables, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Uncover, give rice a full turn and cover again. Turn heat off.
- Let stand 15 minutes before serving.