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Tomato Pilaf

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What could be better with grilled meats and vegetables, than a simple Greek Tomato Pilaf? So simple, and so flavorful, and adds just the right amount of flavor and texture to accompany these Lamb and Vegetable Kabobs…..

Greek marinated Lamb and Vegetable Kabobs, grilled to perfection with green peppers, zucchini, and pearl onions...served in heated pita with Tzatziki! cookingwithcurls.com

How to make Tomato Pilaf:

Heat the oil in a large saucepan, and saute the onions and garlic for 2 – 3 minutes.

Add the rice and parsley, stir to combine.

Add the tomato puree and bell pepper, stir to combine.

Add 4 cups of water, season with salt and pepper, and simmer until the water is absorbed and the rice is cooked.

Fluff with a fork and serve hot.

I will admit, I probably should have cut the bell peppers a bit thinner than I did, but it was perfect! Alex told me not to change a thing….words that I love to hear! Here is a close up shot of the Tomato Pilaf…..

This Greek version of Tomato Pilaf is the perfect side dish for my Lamb and Vegetable Kabobs! cookingwithcurls.com

It is unusual to cook without covering, but it works. I used regular long-grain white rice and Italian parsley, nothing fancy here folks…except the flavor!

Thank you so much for following along with this month’s Cooking with Astrology meal…..

Cooking with Astrology Meal Leo - cookingwithcurls.com

We started with a simple and delicious Greek Orange and Olive Salad…..

Greek Orange and Olive Salad with mixed salad greens, sweet oranges, onion slivers, and Greek olives drizzled with a simple lemon dressing! cookingwithcurls.com

and for dessert we have a creamy, delicious Honey and Lemon Tart…..

This Honey and Lemon Tart is rich and creamy, and the perfect way to end a meal! cookingwithcurls.com

that looks like sunshine on a plate! 🙂

Enjoy!!

This Greek version of Tomato Pilaf is the perfect side dish for my Lamb and Vegetable Kabobs! cookingwithcurls.com

Tomato Pilaf

This Greek version of Tomato Pilaf is the perfect side dish for my Lamb and Vegetable Kabobs!
5 from 1 vote
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Greek
Keyword: rice, recipe, tomato, greek
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 307kcal
Author: Lisa Johnson

Ingredients

  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic finely minced
  • 2 cups white rice
  • 1 Italian parsley finely chopped
  • 1 medium red bell pepper cut into thin strips
  • 1 cup pureed tomatoes
  • sea salt & fresh ground pepper

Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan, and saute the onions and garlic for 2 - 3 minutes.
  • Add the rice and parsley, stir to combine.
  • Add the tomato puree and bell pepper, stir to combine.
  • Add 4 cups of water, season with salt and pepper, and simmer until the water is absorbed and the rice is cooked.
  • Fluff with a fork and serve hot.

Notes

This made a large amount of rice. You could easily half the recipe if needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 307kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 43mg | Potassium: 185mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 540IU | Vitamin C: 22.9mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 0.9mg

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10 Comments

  1. Lisa, this looks and sound incredible! I absolutely love rice pilaf and totally need to try your version! I totally love the new look of your site and your new header is wonderful! Thanks for sharing, pinning and buffering. 🙂

  2. I grew up eating pilaf, and have always loved it. I love the sound of this one — it sounds so flavorful and delicious!

  3. Thanks so much for sharing at A Peek Into My Paradise TGIF Link Party! I can’t wait to see what you link up next week! I hope to see you at the (Not SO) Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop!
    Have a terrific week!
    Hugs, Cathy

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