Mediterranean Rice
This easy Mediterranean Rice pilaf is a beautiful yellow color thanks to the turmeric and cumin used in it.
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 255kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small yellow or sweet onion diced, about 1 cups
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin ground
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 cups long-grain white rice rinsed and drained
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth*
- 2 Tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
Instructions
- Add olive oil and butter to a medium-sized pot over medium heat. Once the butter melts, add the onions. cook the onions until translucent and soft, about 5-7 minutes
- Then add the garlic, turmeric, cumin, and pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the spices become fragrant. Then mix in the rice, salt, and chicken broth.
- Turn the heat to high and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a low simmer and cover. Cook for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender.
- Once the rice is done, fluff with a fork and serve immediately. Top with chopped cilantro if you like.
Notes
If you do not use low sodium chicken broth, do not add ½ teaspoon of salt. Wait till the rice is done cooking and salt to taste.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 255kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 6.1g | Fat: 7.5g | Saturated Fat: 2.6g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 697mg | Fiber: 1.1g | Sugar: 1.2g