Description

This Rice Pilaf with Pine Nuts is a warm, buttery, and comforting side dish made with fluffy rice, aromatic garlic and onions, and perfectly toasted pine nuts. It’s simple yet elegant, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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1 cup long-grain white rice
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

Rinse the rice under cold water until clear and drain well.
Heat butter and olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
Add onion and cook until soft and translucent.
Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
Add rice and toast for 2–3 minutes.
Pour in broth, add salt and pepper, and stir.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes.
Toast pine nuts in a dry pan until golden.
Fluff rice and fold in pine nuts and parsley before serving.

Notes

Rinse rice for fluffy texture. Toast pine nuts for maximum flavor. Substitute vegetable broth for a vegetarian version. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 320
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 15mg