Best 5 Green Rice With Toasted Pumpkin Seeds Recipes

**Green Rice with Toasted Pumpkin Seeds: A Delightful Fusion of Flavors and Textures**

Embark on a culinary journey with our green rice with toasted pumpkin seeds recipe, a delectable dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its vibrant colors and symphony of flavors. This unique recipe blends the earthy notes of spinach with the nutty richness of pumpkin seeds, creating a harmonious balance that will leave you craving for more. Accompany your green rice with a medley of complementary dishes, including a refreshing cucumber salad with a tangy vinaigrette dressing, a hearty lentil soup brimming with vegetables and spices, and a luscious mango salsa bursting with tropical sweetness. Get ready to indulge in a feast that nourishes both your body and soul.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

PUMPKIN SEEDS (PEPITAS) EIGHT WAYS

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The options are endless for roasted pumpkin seeds (peptitas). Here are 8 flavorful ways to enjoy these tasty little seeds.

Provided by Rachel Gurk

Categories Appetizers/Snacks

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 38

Ingredients

2 cups pepitas
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon of freshly ground pepper
2 cups pepitas
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 cups pepitas
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
2 cups pepitas
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
2 cups pepitas
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
2 cups pepitas
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
2 cups pepitas
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons Jamaican jerk seasoning, crumbled with your fingers
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
2 cups pepitas
1 tablespoon butter, melted
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons espresso powder

Steps:

Preheat oven to 300°F. Line cookie sheet with foil or parchment paper.
Combine all ingredients and spread in a single layer on prepared sheet pan.
Bake for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through. Seeds should be golden and crunchy.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /4 cup, Calories 169 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 5 mg, Fiber 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 11 g

GREEN RICE

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Provided by Ingrid Hoffmann

Categories side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 cups chicken stock, warm
2 poblano chile peppers
1 bunch cilantro, leaves chopped (about 1 cup)
Salt
3 tablespoons corn oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced (about 2 cups)
1 cup medium or long-grain white rice
3 cloves garlic, minced
Freshly ground black pepper
4 scallions, white and pale green parts only, sliced, optional

Steps:

In a blender combine, warm chicken stock, poblano peppers, cilantro and 1 teaspoon salt.
Blend until smooth.
In medium saucepan heat olive oil over medium heat. Saute onion until soft, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add rice and garlic and stir for another minute. Add chili puree, cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cooking until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, about 15 minutes.
Remove from heat, fluff with a fork. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Garnish with scallions and serve.

GARLIC PUMPKIN SEEDS

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Wondering what to do with all those pumpkin seeds guests will be scooping out at your pumpkin-carving party? This yummy, microwave-easy recipe is the answer! Save some for yourself before they're gone! -Iola Egle, Bella Vista, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
2 cups fresh pumpkin seeds

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the oil, celery salt, garlic powder and seasoned salt. Add pumpkin seeds; toss to coat. Spread a quarter of the seeds in a single layer on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1 minute; stir., Microwave 2-3 minutes longer or until seeds are crunchy and lightly browned, stirring after each minute. Repeat with remaining pumpkin seeds. Serve warm, or cool before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 191mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FLAVORFUL GREEN RICE

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Green onions and parsley give this rice its name, but the appealing flavor is what makes it memorable.-Karin Bailey, Golden, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 cup chopped green onion
1 cup minced fresh parsley
4-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
4-1/2 teaspoons butter
1-1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice
3 cups chicken broth
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 bay leaf

Steps:

In a large saucepan, saute onions and parsley in oil and butter for 1 minute or until tender. Add rice; cook over medium heat until rice is coated with oil and translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in the broth, cayenne and bay leaf. Bring to a boil., Reduce heat; cover tightly and simmer for 18-20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 505mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

TOASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS

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This is what you can do with all those seeds after the Jack O' Lantern is carved! Any seasoning will work in place of salt. Try Cajun!

Provided by ONEMINA

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Nuts and Seeds Pumpkin Seed Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

2 cups raw whole pumpkin seeds
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon salt

Steps:

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
Spread the pumpkin seeds on a medium baking sheet. Drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with salt.
Bake 45 minutes in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until lightly toasted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 874.9 mg

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
Be sure to rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking.
Toast the pumpkin seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until they are golden brown and fragrant.
Add the toasted pumpkin seeds to the cooked rice along with the cilantro, lime juice, and salt to taste.
Serve the green rice warm or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

Green rice with toasted pumpkin seeds is a flavorful and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Try experimenting with different herbs and spices to create a unique and delicious dish.