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Mediterranean Yellow Rice with Toasted Almonds

A mound of golden yellow mediterranean rice topped with toasted sliced almonds and chopped parsley on a white plate.
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Make this easy, fluffy Mediterranean rice seasoned with turmeric, cumin, and garlic. It is a flavorful side dish topped with toasted almonds and fresh herbs.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice or Basmati rice
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 1/4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic, turmeric, and cumin to the saucepan. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the rice, salt, and pepper to the pan. Stir constantly for 2 minutes to toast the rice lightly.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then immediately reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan tightly, and simmer for 15 to 18 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed. Do not lift the lid during cooking.
  5. While the rice cooks, toast the slivered almonds in a small, dry skillet over medium-low heat until lightly golden, about 3 to 4 minutes. Watch them closely to prevent burning.
  6. Remove the rice from the heat and let it stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
  7. Fluff the rice gently with a fork. Stir in the fresh parsley and mint, if using.
  8. Serve the rice topped with the toasted slivered almonds. This recipe pairs well with grilled chicken or fish, or consider it as part of your meal planning for healthy side dishes.

Notes

  • For a brighter flavor, add 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice when fluffing the rice.
  • If you are interested in structured meal planning, this recipe fits well into many healthy eating programs.
  • To make this a one-pot meal, you can add 1 can (15 oz) of rinsed and drained chickpeas along with the broth.

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