Vegetable Pilaf

Vegetable Pilaf is a vibrant and aromatic Greek dish featuring fluffy rice cooked with a medley of seasonal vegetables and fragrant herbs. This comforting meal is perfect for a light dinner, bursting with flavor and color.

Ingredients

• Basmati rice - 150 grams
• Water - 400 milliliters
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1, diced
• Frozen peas - 100 grams
• Vegetable broth - 1 cup
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for 15 minutes.
2. In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced carrot, zucchini, and red bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
5. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pot, stirring to combine with the vegetables.
6. Pour in the vegetable broth and water. Add the dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
7. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid.
8. Remove from heat and fluff the pilaf with a fork. Stir in the frozen peas, chopped parsley, and lemon juice.
9. Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.
• Provides a good source of fiber, promoting digestive health.

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