Rice and Cranberry Pilaf

Pilaf is a popular dish in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines, and it is often served as a side dish or a main course.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Rice and Cranberry Pilaf

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern Courses: 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: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Basmati rice
• ¹⁄₂ cup Dried cranberries
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Parsley

Instructions

1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic cloves. Cook until the onion becomes translucent.
3. Add the rinsed rice and dried cranberries to the saucepan. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and season with 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 the saucepan from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
7. Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped parsley.
8. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 5g

Protein 5g10%

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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.