Shredded Carrot Pilaf

Transform your meal routine with this vibrant and flavorful Shredded Carrot Pilaf, a stunning medley of fluffy long-grain rice, sweet shredded carrots, and aromatic spices like cumin, cinnamon, and turmeric. This easy-to-make dish is simmered to perfection, delivering a fragrant, golden-hued pilaf that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Enriched with a touch of butter and olive oil, and finished with fresh parsley and a splash of lemon juice, this versatile side pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled veggies, or can even stand alone as a light, wholesome main. Quick to prepare and irresistibly fragrant, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or a vibrant addition to your next gathering. Keywords: Shredded Carrot Pilaf, spiced rice pilaf, carrot side dish, easy rice recipes, flavorful pilaf recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups water
• 3 medium carrots
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Then, soak the rice in a bowl of water for 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Peel and shred the carrots using a box grater or a food processor. Set aside.

Step 3

Finely dice the onion and chop the parsley. Measure out all the spices to prepare for cooking.

Step 4

In a large skillet or saucepan with a lid, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 6

Stir in the shredded carrots, ground cinnamon, turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the carrots start to soften.

Step 7

Add the drained rice to the skillet and stir well to coat the grains with the spices and vegetables.

Step 8

Pour in the 2 cups of water and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 9

Turn off the heat and let the pilaf sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to allow the steam to finish cooking the rice.

Step 10

Remove the lid, fluff the pilaf gently with a fork, and stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice for a fresh finish.

Step 11

Serve warm as a side dish or a light main course, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1104.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	767.3

Total Fat 39.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g
Cholesterol 65.8mg	0%
Sodium 2675.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 95.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.1g	0%
Total Sugars 17.3g
Protein 10.5g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 212.2mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 1116.4mg	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: 45.4%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 49.2%