Avocado Almond Rice Recipe

Name: Avocado Almond Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter (or olive oil); 1 cup onion, minced; 2 cups long grain white rice; 2 cups hot water; 2 bay leaves; ¼ teaspoon salt; black pepper, freshly ground to taste; 2 avocados, chopped (Large Haas, about 20 oz); 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leave; 2 red bell peppers, roasted, peeled and chopped; ¼ cup plus 2 teaspoons avocado oil; ⅔ cup almonds, toasted & chopped

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons butter (or olive oil)
1 cup onion, minced
2 cups long grain white rice
2 cups hot water
2 bay leaves
¼ teaspoon salt
black pepper, freshly ground to taste
2 avocados, chopped (Large Haas, about 20 oz)
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leave
2 red bell peppers, roasted, peeled and chopped
¼ cup plus 2 teaspoons avocado oil
⅔ cup almonds, toasted & chopped

1
Heat the butter in a heavy medium saucepan until melted.
2
Add the onion and cook over low heat for 7 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently; do not brown.
3
Add the rice and cook over medium heat for 4 minutes, stirring constantly.
4
Pour in the hot water and stir once.
5
Add the bay leaves, salt & pepper.
6
Bring to a boil.
7
Cook, covered, over low heat for 10 to 12 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed; do not stir.
8
Remove and discard the bay leaves.
9
Add the avocados, thyme, bell peppers and avocado oil and stir gently.
10
Stir in half the almonds.
11
Adjust seasonings.
12
Sprinkle with the remaining almonds.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons butter (or olive oil), 1 cup onion, minced, 2 cups long grain white rice, 2 cups hot water, and more.

Yes, Avocado Almond Rice falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Avocado Almond Rice

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