Cranberry Pecan Rice Pilaf
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful Cranberry Pecan Rice Pilaf! This recipe combines the nutty aroma of toasted long-grain rice with the sweet-tart burst of dried cranberries and the irresistible crunch of roasted pecans, creating a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Aromatics like sautéed onions and garlic infuse the dish with a rich depth, while fresh parsley adds a bright, herby finish. Simmered in savory chicken or vegetable broth, this pilaf is a versatile and elegant addition to holiday feasts, weeknight dinners, or potluck gatherings. Ready in just 35 minutes and bursting with color, this easy one-pot side will quickly become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup pecans, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium pot or large saucepan, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes, or until it becomes translucent and fragrant.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
Add the rice to the pan and stir well to coat the grains in the butter and oil. Toast the rice for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour in the broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Add the salt and black pepper, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid.
Simmer the rice for 15-18 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Once the rice is cooked, remove the pot from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
Fluff the rice with a fork and gently mix in the dried cranberries, pecans, and chopped parsley.
Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if desired.
Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1316 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.6 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.9 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 4265 mg | 185% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.8 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.1 g | ||
| Protein | 16.2 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 156 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 745 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
