Rice may be simple, but it definitely doesn’t have to be boring. To make flavorful rice without salt, try adding herbs and spices while the rice cooks, swapping water for a low-sodium or no-salt-added broth, sautéing the rice with aromatics like garlic and onion, or finishing it with fresh citrus and herbs.
Another easy option is using salt-free seasonings from Dash™ that complements your meal. From garlic and herbs to Cajun-inspired heat, the right seasoning can take rice in a completely different direction while keeping added salt out of the equation. Here are a few combinations to try
Give It an Italian-Inspired Twist
Add Dash™ Salt Free Tomato Basil Garlic Seasoning Blend to rice for the flavors of sun-dried tomato, garlic and basil. Pair it with grilled chicken and vegetables or use it as the base of an Italian-inspired rice bowl.
Make It Taco Night Ready
Rice is an easy addition to tacos, burritos and bowls. Season it with Dash™ Salt Free Taco Seasoning Mix, then add your favorite toppings like black beans, corn, tomatoes, avocado or fresh cilantro.
Turn Up the Heat
For rice with a little more kick, try Dash™ Salt Free Cajun Seasoning. Its bold, spicy flavor pairs especially well with shrimp, chicken, beans and vegetables for an easy Cajun-inspired meal.
Keep It Classic
Not sure what direction dinner is going? Dash™ Salt Free Original Seasoning Blend is an easy place to start. Its blend of herbs and spices can add more flavor to plain white or brown rice without overpowering the rest of your meal.
Add Garlic & Herbs
A little garlic and herb flavor can go a long way with rice. Dash™ Salt Free Garlic & Herb Seasoning Blend combines more than 20 spices and works well with rice served alongside chicken, fish, vegetables and more.
Try These Flavor-Packed Rice Recipes
Ready to put those ideas into practice? These Dash™ recipes show just how much you can do with a simple bowl of rice.
Cranberry Pecan Rice
Sweet dried cranberries, crunchy pecans, onion and celery turn rice into a hearty side dish in this recipe. Dash™ Salt-Free Original Seasoning Blend brings everything together, making it a flavorful choice for the holidays or alongside a roast dinner.
Get the Cranberry Pecan Rice Recipe
Confetti Rice With Black Beans
For a colorful side that comes together in about 20 minutes, combine rice with black beans, red pepper, onion and tomato. Dash™ Garlic & Herb Seasoning Blend adds plenty of flavor and makes this an especially tasty pairing for your favorite Mexican-inspired mains.
Get the Confetti Rice With Black Beans Recipe
Find Your New Favorite Way to Flavor Rice
Learning how to flavor rice without salt is really about experimenting with the flavors you already love. With Dash™ salt-free seasonings, you can shake up a simple side and discover a new combination every time you cook.
