Lemon-Scented Saffron Rice Recipe

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Lemon-Scented Saffron Rice
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Directions:

  1. Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add shallots and saffron and cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add rice and stir to coat. Add stock and lemon juice; bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, stir and cover. Let simmer until creamy and tender, stirring vigorously every 10 minutes, 20 to 25 minutes. Add lemon peel and chives. Season with salt and pepper. Stir vigorously until well combined.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 269.79 Kcal (1130 kJ)
Calories from fat 51.22 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.69g 9%
Cholesterol 14.15mg 5%
Sodium 151.25mg 6%
Potassium 300.82mg 6%
Total Carbs 44.56g 15%
Sugars 6.59g 26%
Dietary Fiber 2.39g 10%
Protein 7.67g 15%
Vitamin C 10.4mg 17%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 2%
Iron 0.6mg 4%
Calcium 29.9mg 3%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 130.85 Kcal (548 kJ)
Calories from fat 24.84 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.76g 9%
Cholesterol 6.86mg 5%
Sodium 73.36mg 6%
Potassium 145.9mg 6%
Total Carbs 21.61g 15%
Sugars 3.2g 26%
Dietary Fiber 1.16g 10%
Protein 3.72g 15%
Vitamin C 5mg 17%
Iron 0.3mg 4%
Calcium 14.5mg 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

  • 5.4
    Points
  • 7
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • low cholesterol

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