Slow-Cooker Spring Rice Pilaf

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Slow-Cooker Spring Rice Pilaf
190 min.
16
193kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Slow-Cooker Spring Rice Pilaf! This vibrant and flavorful dish is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a family gathering, preparing a festive meal, or simply looking for a nutritious side to complement your favorite main course. With its gluten-free and dairy-free attributes, this recipe caters to a variety of dietary preferences, making it a versatile addition to your meal planning.

Imagine the aroma of sautéed onions and golden rice wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this dish. The combination of tender carrots, sweet peas, and colorful red bell peppers not only adds a burst of color but also a medley of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Topped with crunchy slivered almonds and fresh parsley, this pilaf is not just a side dish; it’s a celebration of springtime freshness!

What’s more, the slow-cooker method allows you to set it and forget it, freeing up your time to focus on other aspects of your meal or simply enjoy the company of your guests. With a generous yield of 16 servings, it’s perfect for entertaining or meal prepping for the week ahead. Join us in creating this delicious Slow-Cooker Spring Rice Pilaf that promises to be a hit at your table!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • cups rice long-grain uncooked
  • 0.3 cup onion finely chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 3.5 cups chicken broth reduced-sodium (from 32-ounce carton)
  • 0.5 cup water 
  • cup bacon (matchstick-size)
  • 0.5 cup peas sweet frozen thawed
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper red finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup slivered almonds toasted
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. In 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat.
  2. Add rice, onion and salt; cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until rice is lightly golden brown. Stir in broth and water.
  3. Heat to boiling; remove from heat.
  4. Spray inside of 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  5. Pour rice mixture into cooker. Stir in carrots. Make sure all rice is under liquid and not sticking to side of cooker.
  6. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 2 to 2 hours 30 minutes.
  7. Stir in peas and bell pepper. Increase heat setting to High; cover and cook 15 to 20 minutes or until hot.
  8. Sprinkle with almonds and parsley. Rice will hold on Low heat setting up to 2 hours; stir occasionally.

Nutrition Facts

Calories193kcal
Protein11.21%
Fat44.95%
Carbs43.84%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.91
Glycemic Load
11.46
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.5191304994666%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.06mg
Catechin
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin
0.06mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Apigenin
1.08mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.23mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.7mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:192.62kcal
9.63%
Fat:9.61g
14.78%
Saturated Fat:2.63g
16.45%
Carbohydrates:21.08g
7.03%
Net Carbohydrates:20.07g
7.3%
Sugar:0.79g
0.88%
Cholesterol:9.76mg
3.25%
Sodium:213.18mg
9.27%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.39g
10.78%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.69%
Vitamin C:8.69mg
10.53%
Vitamin B3:1.9mg
9.52%
Selenium:6.66µg
9.51%
Vitamin K:9.59µg
9.13%
Phosphorus:82.16mg
8.22%
Vitamin A:322.03IU
6.44%
Copper:0.12mg
5.93%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.57%
Vitamin E:0.83mg
5.54%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.23%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.51%
Magnesium:16.94mg
4.23%
Zinc:0.63mg
4.19%
Potassium:146.4mg
4.18%
Fiber:1.01g
4.04%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.55%
Iron:0.56mg
3.13%
Folate:9.35µg
2.34%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.14%
Calcium:19.3mg
1.93%