Carrot Brown Rice Pilaf

Total Time

Prep: 15 min. Cook: 45 min.

Makes

4 servings

Updated: Sep. 25, 2022
This versatile, colorful dish complements a variety of meats or other vegetarian entrees. To give this dish a crunchy texture and additional flavor and protein, stir in 2 cups of bean sprouts just before serving. —Paulette Cross, Lowville, New York
Carrot Brown Rice Pilaf Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Ingredients

  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, shredded
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup uncooked brown rice
  • 2-1/2 cups vegetable stock
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, saute onion and carrots in butter until tender. Add rice; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until rice is lightly browned.
  2. Stir in the stock, parsley, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40-45 minutes or until rice is tender. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 231 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 551mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein.