Pomegranate-Studded Middle Eastern Rice Pilaf
Pomegranate-Studded Middle Eastern Rice Pilaf pairs fluffy saffron-scented grains with bursts of juicy pomegranate and the gentle warmth of allspice. Toasted pistachios add crunch and a buttery finish, creating a vibrant balance of sweet, nutty, and aromatic notes. Serve alongside grilled lamb, fish, or roasted vegetables for a colorful centerpiece at dinner.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pomegranate-Studded Middle Eastern Rice Pilaf, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 57 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 89 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 25
- Heart Health
- 61
- Metabolic
- 27
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 25
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
- 2
Add onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add rice and toast until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes.
- 4
Pour in hot vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- 5
Add saffron and allspice; lower the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
- 6
Meanwhile, toast pistachios in a skillet over medium heat until they begin to turn golden brown and smell fragrant, 5 to 10 minutes.
- 7
Set aside.
- 8
Stir butter into the cooked rice.
- 9
Remove from the heat and mix in the pistachios and pomegranate seeds.
- 10
Fluff with a fork and season with salt and pepper.
- Calories 353.86 kcal Moderate 18%
- Protein 7.74 g Moderate 15%
- Carbohydrate 50.36 g 18%
- Total Fat 13.45 g Moderate 17%
- Saturated Fat 3.66 g Moderate 18%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 9.77 mg Low Source 3%
- Sodium 433.67 mg Moderate 19%
- Dietary Fiber 3.4 g Moderate 12%
- Total Sugars 1.98 g --
- Added Sugars 0.66 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 38.44 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 2.6 mg Moderate 14%
- Potassium 249.4 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin A 157.79 mcg Moderate 18%
- Vitamin C 1.91 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Tree Nuts 🌰
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Pomegranate Studded Middle Eastern Rice Pilaf is made with 10 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 45 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Butter, Ground Allspice, Long Grain Rice, and Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 353.86 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pomegranate-Studded Middle Eastern Rice Pilaf made of?
- The main ingredients are Butter, Ground Allspice, Long-Grain Rice, Olive Oil, Onion. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Pomegranate-Studded Middle Eastern Rice Pilaf?
- About 45 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 353.86 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pomegranate-Studded Middle Eastern Rice Pilaf easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 10 steps.
- Is Pomegranate-Studded Middle Eastern Rice Pilaf healthy?
- Pomegranate-Studded Middle Eastern Rice Pilaf has an easyChef Pro health score of 44/100. Per serving, it provides 353.86 calories and 7.74 g of protein, or 15% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 433.67 mg (19% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 3.66 g (18% of the Daily Value). It contains Tree Nuts, Milk, Wheat, Gluten and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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