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Brown Rice Pilaf

This quick and easy Brown Rice Pilaf hits the spot when craving a wholesome and flavorful side dish.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 224 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup long-grain brown rice not instant
  • 2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onion and garlic until the onion is translucent and golden, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the brown rice and sauté for an additional 1 minute to lightly toast the grains.
  3. Pour in the broth, season with salt and pepper, and bring the mixture to a boil. Then, cover the skillet, reduce heat to low, and let it simmer.
  4. Allow the rice to cook undisturbed until it is tender and the liquid has been mostly absorbed, which should take about 45-50 minutes. If the rice appears dry during cooking, add a little water as needed.
  5. Once cooked, remove the skillet from heat, uncover, and let the rice stand for 5 minutes to finish absorbing any remaining liquid before fluffing with a fork and serving.

Nutrition Information

Calories 224kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 41g (14%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Sodium 592mg (25%) Potassium 152mg (4%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 314IU (6%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 21mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 224

% Daily Value*

Calories 224kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 41g 14%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 592mg 25%
Potassium 152mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 314IU 6%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 21mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.