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Brown Rice Pilaf with Sage, Walnuts, and Dried Fruit

Brown Rice Pilaf with Sage, Walnuts, and Dried Fruit

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  • 60 Min
  • 8 Servings
  • $10

INGREDIENTS

  • Vegetables

    • 🧅 1 medium onion, chopped
    • 1 medium celery stalk, ends trimmed and chopped

  • Grains

    • 2 cups brown rice, uncooked

  • Liquids

    • 💧 2 1/2 cups water
    • 2 cups vegetable broth, reduced sodium, fat-free

  • Fruits

    • 🍇 1/4 cup raisins
    • 1/4 cup dried apricots, chopped

  • Nuts and Seasoning

    • 🌰 Walnuts
    • 1 teaspoon dried sage
    • 🧂 Salt
    • Black pepper
    • 2 teaspoons fresh sage

STEPS

1

Wash hands with soap and water.

2

Spray the large skillet with canola cooking spray. Heat skillet over medium heat.

3

Sauté onion and celery until tender, about 5 minutes. Add brown rice and sauté for 5 minutes.

4

Add water, broth, raisins, and apricots; heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 50 minutes.

5

Stir in sage and walnuts if desired. Season with optional salt and pepper to taste.

6

Transfer to serving dish. Garnish with fresh sage and serve immediately.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

212

Calories

  • 6
    Protein
  • 44
    Carbs
  • 2
    Fats

💡 For a nuttier flavor, toast the walnuts beforehand.You can substitute vegetable broth with chicken broth for more flavor if not vegetarian.Using fresh sage as a garnish enhances the presentation and flavor.