Quick Rice with Olives

Transform your weeknight meals with this flavorful Quick Rice with Olives recipe, a Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s as easy as it is satisfying. Featuring aromatic sautéed onions and garlic, perfectly fluffy long-grain white rice, and a briny boost of sliced black olives, this dish comes together in just 30 minutes. A hint of fresh parsley, a splash of lemon juice, and a sprinkle of black pepper round out the vibrant flavors, making it an ideal side dish or standalone option. Made with pantry staples like vegetable broth and olive oil, this recipe is perfect for a quick, wholesome family meal or an elegant addition to your dinner table. Whether you’re looking for a simple rice dish, Mediterranean flavors, or a crowd-pleasing side, Quick Rice with Olives is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups black olives, sliced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the rice to the pan and stir to coat it with the oil and aromatics. Toast lightly for 1-2 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and add the salt. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the liquid is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 7

Turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes to steam.

Step 8

Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the sliced olives, chopped parsley, lemon juice, and black pepper.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed with more salt or pepper.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish or a quick meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1027.1 grams (1027.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	891

Total Fat 58.50g	75%
Saturated Fat 10.40g	52%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4429mg	193%
Total Carbohydrate 86.30g	31%
Dietary Fiber 10.20g	36%
Total Sugars 7.30g
Protein 8.40g	17%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 97mg	7%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 648mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.2%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 38.1%