Saffron Pilaf with Grilled Vegetables
Recipe from
Better Homes and Gardens
Similar to paella, Spain's national dish, this sunny-color saffron rice dish bursts with flavor from grilled vegetables--instead of the traditional shrimp and meat.
Servings:
4 servings
Prep Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Ingredients
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1 cupjasmine, basmati, or wild-pecan long grain ricesee savings
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1 141/2-ounce canvegetable brothsee savings
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1/4 cupwatersee savings
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1/8 teaspoonsaffron threads or dash ground saffron*see savings
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2 tablespoonsolive oilsee savings
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1/2 teaspoonbottled minced garlicsee savings
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1red sweet pepper, seeded and quarteredsee savings
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1 largezucchini, halved lengthwisesee savings
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1eggplant, sliced 1/2 inch thicksee savings
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1 ounceherbed semi-soft goat cheese (chevre), crumbledsee savings
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2 tablespoonscoarsely chopped hazelnuts or pecans, toastedsee savings
Directions
1.
In a large saucepan combine rice, vegetable broth, water, and saffron. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, about 15 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed; keep warm.
2.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine oil and garlic; brush over sweet pepper, zucchini, and eggplant. Grill vegetables on the lightly greased rack of an uncovered grill directly over medium heat about 10 minutes or until tender, turning once. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3.
Transfer vegetables to cutting board; cool slightly. Cut vegetables into bite-size pieces; stir into cooked rice. Top with goat cheese and nuts. Makes 4 servings.
Serving suggestion
Start an outdoor feast featuring this Spanish-style pilaf with tapas-style appetizers including olives, grilled vegetables, and cubes of piquant cheese.
Nutrition information
Per serving: Calories 333, Total Fat 12 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Sodium 443 mg, Carbohydrate 48 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 9 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 5%, Vitamin C 40%, Calcium 4%, Iron 20%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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