Green Goddess Rice
(from SallyV’s recipe box)
Source: Food Network
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Serves 6 people
Categories: Side Dish
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 C. basmati rice
- Kosher salt
- 1 small avocado, coarsely chopped
- 1 C. packed fresh basil leaves
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 3 T. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 C. water
- Black pepper
Directions
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Bring the rice, 3 cups water, and a pinch of salt to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer, stir, cover, and cook until water is completely absorbed, 15 to 18 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes.
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Meanwhile, put the avocado, basil, lemon juice, oil, and 1/4 cup water in the jar of a blender and puree; season generously with salt and pepper. Add more water and puree until the mixture is the consistency of sour cream.
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Fluff the rice with a fork and gently fold the green dressing into the warm rice. Taste and add more salt and pepper, if necessary.