Arroz Verde (Mexican Green Rice) Recipe

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Arroz Verde (Mexican Green Rice)
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Directions:

  1. Heat the oil in a large saucepan and add garlic and rice; saute for approximately 3 mnutes or until golden.
  2. To pot add broth, peppers, onions, cumin, salt, pepper.
  3. Cover; bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cook until tender and all the liquid has absorbed (approximately 20 minutes).
  4. Stir in cilantro and garnish with chopped green onions.
  5. NOTE: If a smooth texture is preferred, puree the onion and chilis in a little broth before adding to the pot.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 388.67 Kcal (1627 kJ)
Calories from fat 87.14 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9.68g 15%
Cholesterol 1.23mg 0%
Sodium 638.32mg 27%
Potassium 296.6mg 6%
Total Carbs 68.42g 23%
Sugars 4.65g 19%
Dietary Fiber 2.23g 9%
Protein 8.5g 17%
Vitamin C 5.1mg 8%
Iron 3.4mg 19%
Calcium 34.5mg 3%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 155.75 Kcal (652 kJ)
Calories from fat 34.92 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3.88g 15%
Cholesterol 0.49mg 0%
Sodium 255.78mg 27%
Potassium 118.85mg 6%
Total Carbs 27.42g 23%
Sugars 1.86g 19%
Dietary Fiber 0.89g 9%
Protein 3.41g 17%
Vitamin C 2mg 8%
Iron 1.4mg 19%
Calcium 13.8mg 3%

* 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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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 8.1
    Points
  • 11
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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