Vegan Classic Pilaf

Elevate your weeknight meals with this hearty and flavorful Vegan Classic Pilaf! Made with fragrant basmati rice simmered in savory vegetable broth, this dish is infused with earthy spices like cumin and coriander, and loaded with wholesome vegetables, including tender carrots, celery, and sweet peas. A dash of fresh parsley adds the perfect finishing touch to this one-pan wonder. With just 10 minutes of prep and a total cooking time of 25 minutes, this easy vegan pilaf is ideal for busy weeknights or as a versatile side dish for your favorite plant-based entrees. Pair it with roasted veggies or a fresh salad for a delicious, nutritious meal everyone will love. Provide your family and guests with a satisfying and wholesome dining experience with this vibrant, flavor-packed recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup basmati rice
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium carrot, finely diced
• 1 stalk celery stalk, finely diced
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well and set aside.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery to the pan. Cook for another 2 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 4

Mix in the cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat the vegetables with the spices.

Step 5

Add the rinsed rice and bay leaf to the pan. Stir to combine with the vegetables and spices, allowing the rice to toast for about 2 minutes.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let it simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 7

Remove the pan from heat and add the frozen peas. Let the pilaf sit, covered, for another 5 minutes to allow the peas to heat through and the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf, fluff the rice with a fork, and mix in the chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1163.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	867.5

Total Fat 34.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2514.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 118.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.9g	0%
Total Sugars 22.4g
Protein 24.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 300.6mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 2133.6mg	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: 35.4%

Protein: 11.0%

Carbs: 53.6%