Orange Rice with Peas and Pearl Onions

Brighten up your dinner table with this vibrant and flavorful Orange Rice with Peas and Pearl Onions, a delightful twist on classic rice recipes. Infused with the zesty sweetness of fresh orange juice and finished with a hint of orange zest, this dish offers a fragrant and tangy escape from the ordinary. Tender pearl onions caramelized in olive oil add depth, while sweet green peas bring a pop of color and freshness. Balanced with subtle seasoning and garnished with fresh parsley, this side dish pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, grilled seafood, or vegetarian mains. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy yet elegant recipe proves that wholesome ingredients can create extraordinary flavors. Perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions, Orange Rice with Peas and Pearl Onions will add a citrusy spark to your culinary repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 1 cup fresh orange juice
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup pearl onions, peeled
• 1 cup frozen sweet peas
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice and water, and bring to a boil.

Step 3

Stir in the rice, cover the saucepan, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 15–18 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 4

While the rice cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the pearl onions to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5–7 minutes, until they are golden brown and tender.

Step 6

Stir in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes, until the peas are heated through.

Step 7

Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and stir in the orange zest, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Add the cooked pearl onions and peas to the rice and gently mix to combine.

Step 9

Transfer the rice to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1135.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	879.6

Total Fat 30.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2498.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 130.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.4g	0%
Total Sugars 40.3g
Protein 20.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 178.8mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 1399.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.2%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 59.4%