Rice and Vegetable Pilaf

This fragrant rice and vegetable pilaf turns plain boiled rice into a colorful, filling lunch. Turmeric adds color and a gentle warm flavor while staying within the rice diet.

Ingredients

• 80 g long-grain rice
• 1 carrot
• 1 bell pepper
• 1 tomato
• 1 onion
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Dice the onion, carrot, bell pepper and tomato.
2. Heat the oil in a pan and saute the vegetables for 5 minutes.
3. Add the rinsed rice, turmeric and 200 ml of water.
4. Cover and simmer for 15-18 minutes until the rice is tender.
5. Season with salt and let it rest for 5 minutes.