Spicy Garlic Rice

This recipe is a great way to use leftover rice. The long-grain brown basmati rice can be substituted with regular brown rice. Garnish with cilantro or scallions for extra flavor.

Serves 2
Serving Size: ½ cup
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5-7 minutes
Total Time: 10-12 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
• 1 cup cooked long-grain brown basmati rice
• ¼ teaspoon paprika
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons chopped cilantro or scallions for garnish (optional)

Directions:

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
2. Add the rice and stir.
3. Then add paprika and salt and mix together.
4. Lower the heat, and let the rice warm up for 5 minutes.
5. Garnish with cilantro or scallions (optional).

Nutrition Information per Serving:

• Serving Size: ½ cup
• Vegetables: 0 cups
• Fruits: 0 cups
• Calories: 155 calories
• Carbohydrates: 24 grams
• Fiber: 2 grams
• Protein: 3 grams
• Fat: 5 grams
• Sodium: 297 mg