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Mediterranean Yellow Rice with Toasted Pine Nuts

A bowl of vibrant yellow mediterranean rice topped with toasted pine nuts and fresh chopped parsley.
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Make this easy, fluffy Mediterranean Yellow Rice seasoned with turmeric and cumin. It is a flavorful stovetop side dish topped with toasted pine nuts and fresh herbs.

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 (Basmati recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 1/4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat 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 and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the rice, turmeric, cumin, salt, and pepper to the saucepan. Stir constantly for 2 minutes to toast the rice and spices lightly.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Once boiling, immediately reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan tightly, and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
  6. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this resting period.
  7. While the rice rests, toast the pine nuts in a small, dry skillet over medium-low heat until golden brown, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  8. Fluff the rice gently with a fork. Stir in the toasted pine nuts and fresh parsley. Serve warm.

Notes

  • For a brighter flavor, add 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice when you fluff the rice at the end.
  • This rice pairs well with grilled chicken or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Use Basmati rice for the best fluffy texture in this quick stovetop rice recipe.

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