Rice dressing: Calories, Macros, 22 Vitamins & 11 Minerals (USDA Per 100g)
A savory and comforting Southern side dish, often served during holidays, featuring seasoned rice mixed with ground meat (like sausage or giblets), vegetables, and aromatic spices. --- RECIPE --- Servings: 6 Prep Time: 20 minutes Ingredients: - 1 tbsp olive oil - 1 lb ground pork sausage or ground beef - 1 cup cooked rice - 1 large onion, chopped - 1 green bell pepper, chopped - 2 celery stalks, chopped - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1/2 cup chicken broth - 1 tsp Cajun seasoning - 1/2 tsp dried thyme - Salt and black pepper to taste - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tbsp green onions, sliced Instructions: 1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground sausage/beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned. Drain excess fat. 2. Add onion, bell pepper, and celery to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until vegetables soften. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant. 3. Stir in the cooked rice, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, and thyme. Mix well and cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the liquid to absorb. 4. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in fresh parsley and green onions just before serving. Serve warm.
Per 100g reference serving, Rice dressing provides 110 kcal of energy, 1.98g protein (7% of calories), 17.6g total carbohydrates (65% of calories, including 0.6g dietary fiber and 0.71g sugars), and 3.29g total fat (28% of calories).
Vitamins Profile in Rice dressing (Per 100g)
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| Vitamin / Bioactive | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 0.5 mg | 0.6% DV |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.1 µg | 0.5% DV |
| Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) | 0.02 µg | 0.8% DV |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 31 µg | 3.4% DV |
| Vitamin E (Alpha-Tocopherol) | 0.39 mg | 2.6% DV |
| Vitamin K (Phylloquinone) | 5.9 µg | 4.9% DV |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.12 mg | 10% DV |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.031 mg | 2.4% DV |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 1.04 mg | 6.5% DV |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | 0.044 mg | 2.6% DV |
| Total Folate (Vitamin B9) | 36 µg | 9% DV |
| Folate (Dietary Folate Equivalents) | 57 µg | 14.2% DV |
| Natural Food Folate | 5 µg | 1.2% DV |
| Choline | 3.8 mg | 0.7% DV |
| Preformed Retinol | 28 µg | 3.1% DV |
| Beta-Carotene | 41 µg | 1.1% DV |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin | 20 µg | 0.2% DV |
Minerals & Electrolytes in Rice dressing (Per 100g)
Electrolyte ratios (potassium-to-sodium, calcium-to-magnesium) and trace minerals (iron, zinc, selenium, copper, manganese) determine cellular hydration, oxygen transport, and thyroid function.
| Mineral / Electrolyte | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Iron (Fe) | 0.92 mg | 5.1% DV |
| Calcium (Ca) | 19 mg | 1.5% DV |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 8 mg | 1.9% DV |
| Potassium (K) | 59 mg | 1.3% DV |
| Zinc (Zn) | 0.26 mg | 2.4% DV |
| Selenium (Se) | 3.8 µg | 6.9% DV |
| Phosphorus (P) | 31 mg | 2.5% DV |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.053 mg | 5.9% DV |
| Sodium (Na) | 600 mg | 26.1% DV |
Fatty Acids, Omega-3s & Sterols (Per 100g)
| Lipid / Fatty Acid | Amount per 100g | % Reference Target |
|---|---|---|
| Omega-3 ALA (Alpha-Linolenic Acid) | 0.086 g | 5.4% DV |
| Linoleic Acid (Omega-6 PUFA) | 0.898 g | 6.4% DV |
| Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA) | 1.5 g | 5% DV |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA) | 0.984 g | 4.9% DV |
| Saturated Fat (SFA) | 0.663 g | 3.3% DV |
Essential Amino Acids & BCAAs (Per 100g)
| Amino Acid | Amount per 100g | % Daily Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Trace / Not significant per 100g serving | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
100 grams of Rice dressing contains 110 calories (kcal), 1.98g of protein, 17.6g of carbohydrates (0.6g fiber, 0.71g total sugars), and 3.29g of total fat according to the USDA Standard Reference dataset in Wise Eating.
Rice dressing has an estimated food pH of 6.5 and a Potential Renal Acid Load (PRAL) score of 0.423 mEq/100g, classifying it as Neutral PRAL Balance.
Allergen tags for Rice dressing: Celery. In Wise Eating's WHO-aligned pediatric feeding database, the minimum age guideline is 8+ months with age-appropriate preparation.
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