Description
A healthy brown rice dish infused with fresh parsley and nutty sesame seeds, perfect as a side or standalone meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (240 mL) brown rice
- 5 cups (1 L) water
- 1/2 cup chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
Instructions
- Bring 5 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 cup of brown rice and cook for 30 minutes or until the rice is tender.
- Pour the water and rice through a fine strainer to drain. Return the drained rice to the cooking pot.
- Cover the pot with a lid and let the rice sit off the heat for 10 minutes to allow it to steam and become fluffy.
- In a separate pan, toast 1/4 cup of sesame seeds over medium heat until they are golden brown and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in 1/2 cup of chopped parsley, the toasted sesame seeds, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce.
- Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on its own.
Notes
This dish pairs well with simply sautéed squash, salmon, chicken, or beans. It can also be enjoyed on its own. Toasting the sesame seeds enhances their nutty flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 0