Basmati Rice with Sweet Onions and Summer Herbs

Basmati rice is a long-grain rice variety known for its fragrant aroma and delicate flavor. It is commonly used in Indian and Middle Eastern cuisines.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 6.

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Basmati Rice with Sweet Onions and Summer Herbs

Cooking Method: Boiling, Sautéing Cuisine: Indian Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course 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: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Basmati Rice
• 2 large Sweet Onions
• 1 cup Summer Herbs (e.g., parsley, mint, cilantro)
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the rinsed rice. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until the rice is tender.
3. While the rice is cooking, thinly slice the sweet onions.
4. In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until they become soft and caramelized, about 10 minutes.
5. Once the rice is cooked, drain any excess water and transfer it to a serving bowl.
6. Add the sautéed onions and summer herbs to the rice. Season with salt and black pepper.
7. Mix everything together gently. Let the flavors meld for 5 minutes before serving.
8. Serve the Basmati Rice with Sweet Onions and Summer Herbs as a main course or as a side dish with your favorite protein.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6g10%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 5g

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.