How to make Rice Pilaf

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water

Water can be used to reduce sodium content.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

White rice is usually cheaper and cooks faster.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Dried thyme can add flavor without the cost of bay leaves.

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic, chopped carrot, and celery; cook for another 3-4 minutes until softened.

Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir to coat with oil.

Pour in vegetable broth, add bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes to steam.

Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in peas and diced red bell pepper.

Add lemon juice and chopped parsley; mix well before serving.

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