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Brown Rice Pilaf with Asparagus & Mushrooms

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  • Servings:

    6 (257 g) as an appetizer

  • Prep Time:

    15 minutes

  • Cook Time:

    60 minutes

Ingredients

Brown rice improves the nutrition of a classic pilaf while adding a lovely nuttiness to the flavor which perfectly sets off the earthy flavors of asparagus and mushrooms.Tip: If you can't find asparagus tips, you can purchase a whole bunch, remove the woody ends, and cut into 1" pieces.
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 cup brown rice
3 cups water
1 cube low-sodium chicken bouillon
1 onion, chopped
1/2 lb. mushrooms, thinly sliced
1/8 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 lb. asparagus tips
2 Tbsp. grated Swiss cheese
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
Brown Rice Pilaf with Asparagus & Mushrooms

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the rice and saute until fragrant (1 minute).
2. Add the water, bouillon, onion, mushrooms, and nutmeg. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until rice is cooked (40 minutes).
3. Stir asparagus into the rice mixture, cover and cook until tender (5 minutes). Stir in the grated cheese and garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Nutritional Facts
Servings 6 (257 g)
Base Nutrients
Calories 167 kcal (8%)
Calories from Fat 37 kcal (0%)
Total Fat 4 g (6%)
Saturated Fat 1 g (5%)
Cholesterol 2 mg (1%)
Sodium 21 mg (1%)
Total Carbohydrates 28 g (9%)
Dietary Fiber 3 g (10%)
Protein 5 g (9%)
Vitamins
Vitamin A n/a
Vitamin C 10 mg (12%)
Minerals
Calcium 54 mg (4%)
Iron 2 mg (11%)
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