A Simple Rice Pilaf

Rice pilaf is a versatile dish that can be customized with various ingredients such as vegetables, herbs, and spices.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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A Simple Rice Pilaf

Cooking Method: Sautéing, Simmering Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 920

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Basmati rice
• 2.5 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Parsley

Instructions

1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
2. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
3. Add the rice to the saucepan and stir to coat the grains with the oil.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
6. Remove from heat and let the rice pilaf rest, covered, for 5 minutes.
7. Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 230kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7g11%

Total Carbohydrate 39g13%

Sugars 1g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.