Recipe Summary:

Preparation Time: 25 minutes

Number of Servings: 6

Cups of Fruits and Vegetables Per Person: 0.75

Ingredients:
2 tsp olive oil
1-1/2 cups uncooked basmati or regular long grain rice
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup diced onion
1 can chicken broth
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup raisins
1 cup dried apricots
1/4 cup sliced green onions, with tops
1/4 cup slivered almonds, coarsely chopped

Directions:
Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat until hot. Add rice and garlic; cook 1 to 2 minutes or until rice is coated with oil and garlic is fragrant. Stir in broth and pepper. Cover; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes. Stir in cranberries, raisins, and apricots. Cook 7 to 10 minutes longer or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Fluff rice with fork; stir in onions and almonds. If desired, garnish with additional sliced green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Fruited Rice Pilaf
Serving Size 2/3 cup