Portuguese Rice

Cook: 20 min Cuisine: Portuguese

A flavorful Portuguese-inspired rice dish with lima beans, garlic, and simple seasonings, perfect for hearty, comforting meals suitable for family dinners or casual gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pkg. frozen lima beans
  • 5 c. water
  • 2 c. rice
  • 2 Tbsp. oil
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Bring all ingredients to a boil in a saucepan.
  2. Lower heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

411 kcal 21% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 7.8g 16% DV
Total Fat 25.5g 33% DV
Carbs 40.5g 15% DV
Fiber 3.5g 12% DV
Sugar 1g 2% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9927mg 100% DV
Potassium 409.8mg 9% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 2.8mcg
Vitamin C 2.5mg 3% DV
Calcium 39.8mg 3% DV
Iron 2.6mg 14% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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