Easy Seasoned Rice Pilaf Recipe

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Easy Seasoned Rice Pilaf Recipe

Healthy and full of flavor, this Easy Seasoned Rice Pilaf Recipe is packed full of fresh veggies and herbs for a hearty side dish you’ll love. Serve it with chicken, pork, and more!

Prep Time5

Cook Time1

Total Time1 5

Course: Side

Cuisine: American, Persian

Keyword: easy side dish, easy wild rice soup recipe, holiday side dish, rice pilaf, rice pilaf recipe, seasoned rice pilaf, side dish

Servings:

Author: Food Dolls

Ingredients

2 Tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped carrots
10 oz long grain and wild rice mix, such as Uncle Bens
1 packet wild rice seasoning packet in the box in the rice mix
2 2/3 cup broth
1 teaspoon fresh oregano
2 teaspoons fresh cilantro
Salt to taste

Instructions

Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the celery, onion, and carrots, and sauté for 5 minutes or until the onions are translucent and the veggies are tender, stirring frequently.
Remove the herb packet from the rice and set aside. Add the rice, and stir to combine, heating until all of the oil has been absorbed.
Pour in the broth and seasoning packet, stirring to combine.
Cover the pot, and bring the ingredients to a boil. Immediately reduce the heat to low, and allow the rice to simmer for 45-50 minutes.
Remove the skillet from the heat, and allow the rice to sit for 5-10 minutes to absorb any remaining liquid.
Fluff with a fork, adjust the seasonings to taste, and enjoy!
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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