Delicious Vegetable Rice Pilaf
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
348 kcal
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Course
Dinner
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Cuisine
Middle Eastern
Delicious Vegetable Rice Pilaf
Description
Delicious Vegetable Rice Pilaf cooks brown rice slowly in vegetable broth with a mix of sautéed vegetables including onion, garlic, mushrooms, bell pepper, and carrot, infusing the grains with savory flavors. After the rice is cooked, fresh greens, black beans, and chopped green onions are stirred in along with chili powder, salt, and lemon juice, adding layers of texture and a light tang. Nutritional yeast optionally contributes a subtle depth akin to cheese without dairy. The final dish offers a hearty, well-rounded pilaf with tender, slightly chewy rice complemented by vegetables and beans that bring earthiness and freshness.
This pilaf serves as a filling side or a vegetarian main dish. Topped with reserved finely chopped red onion, it adds a bit of crunch and sharpness. It works well alongside roasted or grilled proteins or enjoyed on its own for a nutritious meal.
This recipe draws on traditional pilaf methods where rice is simmered in broth with ingredients layered in to maximize flavor absorption. Careful simmering ensures the rice cooks evenly and liquids are fully absorbed without becoming mushy.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon oil of choice
- 1 medium red onion chopped (reserve 2 tbsp, finely chopped, for topping)
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 4-5 crimini mushroom sliced, or button mushrooms
- ¼ cup bell pepper chopped (optional
- 1 carrot thinly sliced
- 1 cup brown rice jasmine, long grain, short grain, basmati - all ok
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- ½ cup green onion chopped, or chives
- 1 cup greens swiss chard, kale, collard greens, or spinach, chopped
- 1 black beans 15-ounce can, drained and rinsed
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ cup nutritional yeast optional, but tasty
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice fresh
Instructions
- In a deep skillet, add the oil and saute the onion, garlic, mushrooms, pepper, and carrot for 2-3 minutes. Add rice and stir 30 seconds until glossy. Add vegetable broth, bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is cooked.
- Add the chives and greens to the pan, along with black beans, salt, chili powder, nutritional yeast, and lemon juice. Stir well and cover for 2-3 minutes to let beans and greens heat through. Plate and top with finely chopped red onion.
Notes
- Rice pilaf originated in Persia and has many regional variations worldwide, reflecting local ingredients and tastes.
- Using different types of rice like jasmine, basmati, or brown rice will affect texture and cooking time but are all acceptable.
- Add the fresh lemon juice at the end to preserve its bright flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 348 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 348kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 63g | 21% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 1190mg | 50% |
| Potassium | 754mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 11g | 44% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 3838IU | 77% |
| Vitamin C | 25mg | 28% |
| Calcium | 98mg | 10% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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