Lemon Rice Pilaf
(Makes 6 cups)
This is a flavorful and
healthy way to prepare rice!
Ingredients:
1 cup yellow onion, diced
1 1/2 cups converted rice
3 1/2 cups water
1 Tablespoon dairy-free
margarine
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Zest of 1 lemon, minced
Juice of 1 lemon
1. Saute onion in small
amount of oil in a large saucepan just until softened.
2. Add rice and continue
sauteing until it starts to turn golden.
3. Stir in water, margarine,
salt, bay leaf, and pepper.
4. Bring to a boil, cover,
and reduce heat to low.
5. Cook until liquid is
absorbed, 20 minutes.
6. Remove from heat.
7. Stir in lemon zest and
juice (can also add 1 clove of minced garlic, if desired).
8. Allow rice to steep a few
minutes before serving.
Adapted slightly from a
recipe by Bev at Recipezaar.