Mediterranean Rice Pilaf

Ingredients

1 Tbsp. Riceland Rice Bran Oil
1 cup chopped onion
4 tsp. minced fresh garlic
2 1/4 cups water
1 cup uncooked Riceland Natural Brown Rice
1/2 cup chopped tomato
1/3 cup coarsely chopped Greek or ripe olives
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 tsp. salt

Preparation

In medium saucepan, heat oil. Add onion and garlic. Cook and stir over medium-high heat 2-3 minutes or until onion is just tender. Stir in water and rice. Bring to a rolling boil and reduce heat to simmer (low boil). Cover with tight-fitting lid and simmer 35-40 minutes. Stir in tomato, olives, parsley, lemon juice and salt. (From our "Rice Sensations" cookbook)