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Fluffy Mediterranean Yellow Rice with Toasted Pine Nuts

A close-up of vibrant yellow mediterranean rice garnished generously with chopped parsley and toasted pine nuts.
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Make this easy, flavorful Mediterranean rice side dish using turmeric for color. It cooks quickly on the stovetop and pairs well with many main courses.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice (like Basmati)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper to the saucepan. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the rice to the pan and stir for 1 minute to coat the grains with the spices.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then immediately reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan tightly, and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
  5. While the rice cooks, toast the pine nuts. Place the pine nuts in a small, dry skillet over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring often, until lightly golden brown, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove immediately from the skillet.
  6. Remove the rice from the heat after 15 minutes and let it stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this resting time.
  7. Fluff the rice gently with a fork. Stir in the fresh lemon juice.
  8. Top the rice with the toasted pine nuts and chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For a brighter flavor, you can substitute half of the vegetable broth with water and add 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice along with the broth in step 3.
  • This recipe is a great alternative to complex meal planning; it is a simple recipe for everyday meals.
  • If you are looking for a complete meal, consider adding a can of drained chickpeas during the last 5 minutes of simmering.

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