Cranberry Rice Pilaf
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant Cranberry Rice Pilaf, a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors. This recipe combines tender long-grain white rice simmered in a flavorful broth with dried cranberries for a pop of tart sweetness, toasted slivered almonds for a delightful crunch, and a hint of cinnamon for warm, aromatic notes. Sautéed onions and garlic form a rich, savory base, while fresh parsley adds a burst of color and freshness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is a versatile complement to roasted meats, holiday meals, or as a standalone vegetarian delight. Wholesome, easy, and utterly delicious, Cranberry Rice Pilaf is sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.25 cup slivered almonds, toasted
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, heat the unsalted butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted and frothy.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the long-grain white rice to the saucepan and stir to coat the grains in the butter and oil mixture. Toast the rice for 2-3 minutes until slightly golden, stirring frequently.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, then add the dried cranberries, ground cinnamon, ground black pepper, and salt. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to settle.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork, then stir in the toasted slivered almonds and chopped fresh parsley.
Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy the combination of savory and sweet flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
267 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.4 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 322 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 46 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 166 mg | 4% | |
*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.
