Rice Pilaf with Herbs

Elevate your side dish game with this irresistibly fragrant Rice Pilaf with Herbs—a perfect blend of tender, fluffy long-grain white rice infused with the aromatic flavors of fresh parsley, dill, and thyme. Sautéed onion and garlic create a rich foundation, while simmering the rice in savory chicken or vegetable broth guarantees deep, layered flavor in every bite. Lightly toasted rice adds a subtle nuttiness, making this dish a standout accompaniment to roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or seafood. Ready in under 40 minutes, this herbaceous rice pilaf is the ideal combination of simplicity and sophistication—perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions. Whether served fresh and warm or reheated, this recipe is a crowd-pleasing classic that will quickly become a household favorite! Keywords: rice pilaf recipe, easy side dish, herb rice pilaf, fragrant rice recipe, quick dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well and set aside.

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the rinsed and drained rice to the saucepan, stirring frequently for 2-3 minutes to lightly toast the rice.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and add the salt and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 8

After 15 minutes, turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to allow the steam to finish cooking the rice.

Step 9

Fluff the rice gently with a fork and stir in the chopped parsley, dill, and thyme.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm as a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	838.2 grams (838.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	601

Total Fat 29.80g	38%
Saturated Fat 4.70g	24%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2914mg	127%
Total Carbohydrate 71.90g	26%
Dietary Fiber 3.40g	12%
Total Sugars 5.90g
Protein 10.40g	21%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 103mg	8%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 432mg	9%

*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: 44.9%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 48.1%