Pesto Rice and Sausage Skillet
For an easy family meal that offers mouthfuls of surprise and delight, don't miss this Rice and Sausage Skillet. It is unchallenging in the best sense of the word yet offers an unexpected richness of flavors. This is the perfect weeknight dinner any time of year.
Servings 8
Calories 235kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 carrots shredded
- 12 oz sausage
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 ½ cups long grain white rice
- 3 cups broth
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ⅓ cup pesto about 3 ½ ounces
- ¾ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet. Add onion and carrots and cook for 8 minutes. Add sausage nd cook until browned. Add garlic and rice and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add broth and salt bring to a rolling boil. Cover and cook for 20 minutes.
- Stir in pesto and ½ cup cheese. Return lid and allow to sit for 5 minutes. Stir and sprinkle with more cheese to serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 235kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 612mg | Potassium: 117mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 3015IU | Vitamin C: 2.1mg | Calcium: 146mg | Iron: 0.5mg