Arroz con Salsa Verde

Arroz con Salsa Verde is a vibrant and flavorful Mexican rice dish that combines the zest of tomatillos and fresh herbs with fluffy rice. This vegetarian delight is perfect as a main course or a side dish, bringing a taste of Mexico to your table.

Ingredients

• Long-grain white rice - 150 grams
• Tomatillos - 200 grams, husked and rinsed
• Fresh cilantro - 30 grams, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Vegetable broth - 400 ml
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a blender, combine the tomatillos, chopped cilantro, garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth to create the salsa verde.
2. In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
3. Add the rice to the saucepan and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until slightly golden.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and the salsa verde, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
6. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 64 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from tomatillos and cilantro.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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