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Rice With Pine Nuts Recipe

Experience the magic of Greece with this vibrant Rice with Pine Nuts Pilafi! This easy-to-make recipe combines fluffy rice with crunchy pine nuts, zesty lemon, and fragrant herbs for a delicious and satisfying side dish or light meal. Perfect for weeknights or special occasions.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 581.2 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Rice With Pine Nuts

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 cups cooked rice (preferably long-grain)
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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How to Make Rice With Pine Nuts

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 1/2 cup finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 2 cups cooked rice (preferably long-grain), 1/4 cup pine nuts, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and the flavors have melded. Garnish with extra dill and pine nuts before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

26g

Carbs

35g

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