Gluten-Free Classic Pilaf
Elevate your mealtime with this hearty and flavorful Gluten-Free Classic Pilaf, a versatile recipe that’s perfect as a side dish or a foundation for your favorite mains. This dish starts with gluten-free long-grain white rice that’s rinsed to perfection for fluffy, non-sticky grains. It’s lightly toasted with sautéed onions and garlic, then simmered in savory gluten-free chicken or vegetable broth infused with a hint of bay leaf. A sprinkle of fresh parsley and a splash of lemon juice at the end add a zesty, herbaceous freshness that balances the dish beautifully. Ready in just 35 minutes, this naturally gluten-free pilaf is a simple yet elegant way to enhance any meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it’s a timeless, crowd-pleasing recipe that's as nutritious as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Gluten-free long-grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 3 cups Gluten-free chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 Bay leaf
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Rinse the gluten-free long-grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch and prevent the rice from becoming sticky.
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir to coat the rice with the oil, toasting it lightly for 2-3 minutes.
Pour in the gluten-free chicken or vegetable broth and add the salt, black pepper, and bay leaf.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan.
Simmer for 15-18 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
Remove from heat and let the pilaf sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the grains to settle.
Remove the bay leaf, then fluff the rice gently with a fork.
Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and lemon juice for a burst of freshness and flavor.
Serve warm as a delightful side dish or base for your favorite protein.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
749 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.7 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2904 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.2 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 13.1 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 120 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 538 mg | 11% | |
*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.
