Herbed Green Rice with Jalapeño and Scallions
Herbed Green Rice with Jalapeño and Scallions layers fragrant long-grain rice with mellow scallion whites, a hint of sherry, and gentle chili warmth. Fresh cilantro and parsley stirred in at the end add a bright, green finish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or roasted vegetables. Serve it as a versatile side for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Herbed Green Rice with Jalapeño and Scallions, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 56 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 9 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 53
- Heart Health
- 47
- Metabolic
- 30
- Digestive
- 33
- Inflammatory
- 28
- Performance
- 48
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the white parts of the green onions with the jalapeños for 5 minutes; do not let them brown.
- 2
Stir in the sherry, rice, salt, and pepper. Add the broth and water; bring to a boil. Cover, lower the heat to low, and cook until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
- 3
Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the cilantro, parsley, and the green onion tops. Transfer to a warm serving dish and serve right away.
- Calories 321.52 kcal Moderate 16%
- Protein 7.44 g Moderate 15%
- Carbohydrate 59.24 g 22%
- Total Fat 5.29 g Moderate 7%
- Saturated Fat 0.9 g Low Source 5%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 6.22 mg Low Source 2%
- Sodium 328.61 mg Moderate 14%
- Dietary Fiber 3.69 g Moderate 13%
- Total Sugars 3.03 g --
- Added Sugars 2.5 g Moderate 5%
- Calcium 24.84 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 3.4 mg Moderate 19%
- Potassium 243.18 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin A 56.05 mcg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin C 15.54 mg Moderate 17%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Herbed Green Rice with Jalapeño and Scallions is made with 11 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 35 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Chicken Broth, Cooking Sherry, and Fresh Cilantro. Each serving provides about 321.52 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Herbed Green Rice with Jalapeño and Scallions made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Chicken Broth, Cooking Sherry, Fresh Cilantro, Fresh Parsley. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Herbed Green Rice with Jalapeño and Scallions?
- About 35 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 321.52 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Herbed Green Rice with Jalapeño and Scallions easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Herbed Green Rice with Jalapeño and Scallions healthy?
- Herbed Green Rice with Jalapeño and Scallions has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 321.52 calories and 7.44 g of protein, or 15% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 328.61 mg (14% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 2.5 g (5% of the Daily Value). It contains Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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