Delicious Almond Rice Pilaf

Delicious Almond Rice Pilaf

A delicious side dish for beef or chicken. A great change from plain rice or boxed rice mixes. I like to serve this with grilled chicken or with saucy cube steaks.

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup diced onion
  • 1 cup white rice
  • 2 tablespoons slivered almonds
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cube beef bouillon
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley

Directions

Step 1
Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion until tender, about 5 minutes. Add rice and almonds, cooking and stirring until rice is lightly toasted, about 5 minutes more. Stir in water, bouillon, and parsley; cover and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer until water is absorbed and rice is tender, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and allow rice to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

212
Calories
4g
Fat
39g
Carbs
4g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 212
% Daily Value *
Total Fat4g 5%
Saturated Fat1g 3%
Sodium223mg 10%
Total Carbohydrate39g 14%
Dietary Fiber1g 4%
Total Sugars1g
Protein4g
Vitamin C1mg 5%
Calcium29mg 2%
Iron2mg 13%
Potassium99mg 2%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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