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Romanian Vegetable Pilaf
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

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Romanian Vegetable Pilaf [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

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A traditional Romanian fasting dish to be eaten anytime of the year. This recipe is so simple that you can swap out the veggies and spices for whatever you have on hand. The combination suggested makes for a filling, colorful, and nutrient-diverse dish perfect to make in bulk.

Ingredients You Need for Romanian Vegetable Pilaf [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

  • 1 medium onion
  • 1 medium red onion
  • 1 carrot
  • 2 bell peppers (one red, the second one can have a different color)
  • 2 cups of chopped mushrooms
  • 3/4 cup chopped zucchini
  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 3 cups organic vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • Paprika powder
  • Salt and pepper
  • Parsley
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How to Prepare Romanian Vegetable Pilaf [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

  1. Prepare the vegetables: finely chop the onions and set aside.
  2. Peel and slice the carrot, clean and chop the peppers into small strips. Wipe the mushrooms clean and slice them. Cut the zucchini into stripes or cubes as well. Place the rice into a fine mesh sieve, wash it and let it drain well.
  3. Preheat the oven to 360°F.
  4. Heat the oil in an oven-proof pot. Add the onions and cook them for a couple of minutes until translucent. Add the rest of the vegetables, stir well and cook gently for about 5 minutes. Add the rice and the paprika powder, stir well and cook for another minute or so. Add the broth and cook the rice on the stove for 5 minutes.
  5. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir well and place the pot in the preheated oven. Cook in the oven for about 20-30 minutes, without stirring. The rice is done when all the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is soft (check). The vegetables will all be at the top of the rice at the end of the cooking time. Either serve it like that or give the rice a gentle stir before serving.
  6. Sprinkle with lots of parsley and serve with pickled vegetables, green salad or cabbage salad.

Nutritional Information

Per Serving: Calories: 278 | Carbs: 53 g | Fat: 8 g | Protein: 8 g | Sodium: 774 mg | Sugar: 4 g

Note: The information shown is based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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