Rice Pilaf

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
9%
Rice Pilaf
20 min.
6
503kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Rice Pilaf, a vibrant and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion! This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 20 minutes, but it also serves up to six people, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or casual get-togethers with friends.

Imagine the aromatic blend of sautéed red onions and sweet, juicy red grapes, harmoniously combined with the nutty crunch of toasted pecans and the freshness of chopped parsley. Each bite is a celebration of textures and flavors, enhanced by a splash of balsamic vinegar that adds a tangy depth to the dish. With a caloric content of 503 kcal per serving, this Rice Pilaf is a satisfying side dish that can also shine as a starter or a snack.

Whether you're looking to impress your guests or simply enjoy a wholesome meal, this Rice Pilaf is versatile enough to complement a variety of main courses. Its colorful presentation and delightful taste will surely make it a favorite at your dining table. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dish that not only nourishes the body but also delights the senses!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons regular balsamic vinegar white
  • 17 oz rice ready-to-serve
  • tablespoons butter melted
  • 0.5 cup parsley fresh chopped
  • 0.8 cup pecans toasted chopped
  • 1.5 cups grapes red seedless halved
  • cup onion diced red
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup cranberries dried sweetened

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Saut onion in melted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until tender; stir in grapes, dried cranberries, and balsamic vinegar. Stir in rice, pecans, parsley, and salt; cook, stirring often, until thoroughly heated.
  2. *2 (8-oz.) pouches ready-to-serve whole grain brown-and-wild rice may be substituted; omit salt.

Nutrition Facts

Calories503kcal
Protein6.04%
Fat27.18%
Carbs66.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
46.03
Glycemic Load
42.75
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
15.53478241809%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.39mg
Delphinidin
0.91mg
Catechin
0.9mg
Epigallocatechin
0.7mg
Epicatechin
0.1mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.28mg
Apigenin
10.78mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
0.25mg
Myricetin
0.99mg
Quercetin
5.88mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:503.2kcal
25.16%
Fat:15.35g
23.62%
Saturated Fat:4.55g
28.47%
Carbohydrates:84.85g
28.28%
Net Carbohydrates:81.13g
29.5%
Sugar:15.75g
17.5%
Cholesterol:15.05mg
5.02%
Sodium:249.17mg
10.83%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.68g
15.36%
Vitamin K:89.39µg
85.13%
Manganese:1.53mg
76.71%
Copper:0.4mg
19.95%
Selenium:12.91µg
18.44%
Fiber:3.73g
14.9%
Phosphorus:148.34mg
14.83%
Vitamin A:628.51IU
12.57%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.15%
Vitamin C:9.99mg
12.11%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.54%
Magnesium:44.05mg
11.01%
Zinc:1.58mg
10.55%
Vitamin B5:1.02mg
10.23%
Iron:1.54mg
8.55%
Potassium:294.49mg
8.41%
Vitamin B3:1.66mg
8.28%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.83%
Folate:22.78µg
5.7%
Calcium:52.11mg
5.21%
Vitamin E:0.75mg
5%
Source:My Recipes