Tender rice cooked with juicy tomatoes, onion, and garlic, perfect for an easy, flavorful one-pan meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
02 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes with juices
→ Grains
04 - 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
→ Liquids
05 - 2 cups vegetable broth or water
→ Seasonings
06 - 1 tsp salt, or to taste
07 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
08 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
→ Optional
09 - 2 tbsp olive oil
10 - Fresh parsley for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook 3 to 4 minutes, until soft and translucent.
02 - Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Stir in rinsed rice and toast for 1 to 2 minutes until edges are translucent.
04 - Add diced tomatoes with juices, vegetable broth, salt, black pepper, and oregano. Stir to combine thoroughly.
05 - Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 18 to 20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
06 - Remove skillet from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
07 - Sprinkle fresh parsley over the dish if desired. Serve while hot.
