Shortcut Risotto Verde

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon margarine
  • 1 cup long-grain rice, uncooked (or regular white)
  • 14 cup chopped onion
  • 14 cup chopped green onion
  • 14 cup chopped celery
  • 1 (10 ounce) can condensed chicken broth, plus
  • 1 (10 ounce) soup can water
  • 2 cups chopped fresh spinach (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a 2-quart saucepan over medium-high heat, in hot margarine, cook rice, celery, and onions 5 minutes or until rice is browned and onions are tender, stirring constantly.
  2. Slowly stir in broth and water and spinach, if using.
  3. Heat to boiling.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook 20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  5. Remove from heat and serve.
  6. Garnish with lemon peel curls, if desired.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

366 kcal 18% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5.4g 11% DV
Total Fat 25g 32% DV
Carbs 31.6g 11% DV
Fiber 3.1g 11% DV
Sugar 2.8g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 518.5mg 23% DV
Potassium 419.8mg 9% DV
Cholesterol 0.3mg

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 136.3mcg 15% DV
Vitamin C 13.7mg 15% DV
Calcium 68mg 5% DV
Iron 1.9mg 11% 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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