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Garlic Butter Kale Rice

Garlic Butter Kale Rice That Will Elevate Your Side Game

This Garlic Butter Kale Rice is a quick, flavorful side dish that combines white rice, garlic butter, and tender kale.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sides
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup White rice creates a fluffy texture
  • 1.75 cups Chicken or vegetable broth infuses the rice with extra flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter adds a rich, buttery flavor
For the Kale
  • 5 cups Kale chopped
  • 2 teaspoons Olive oil enhances flavor and softens the kale
  • Salt adjust to taste
  • Pepper adjust to taste
  • 2 cloves Garlic crushed
Optional Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped almonds or pecans adds a delightful crunch

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • Large saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine 5 cups of chopped kale with 2 teaspoons of olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Massage the kale for about 30 seconds until it softens and brightens in color.
  2. In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Once melted, add 2 crushed garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add 1 cup of white rice to the saucepan and stir to coat it with butter and garlic. Pour in 1 ¾ cups of chicken or vegetable broth; bring to a gentle simmer. Cover and reduce heat to low, cooking for 12-15 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.
  4. Once rice is cooked, remove from heat but keep covered. Place marinated kale on top of the rice, cover again, and let it rest for about 10 minutes.
  5. Gently stir wilted kale into the rice, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper. If desired, fold in extra butter for a richer texture.
  6. Transfer the Garlic Butter Kale Rice to a serving bowl and sprinkle with chopped almonds or pecans. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover Garlic Butter Kale Rice in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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