A comforting one-pan meal featuring tender rice simmered with tomatoes, onion, and garlic for quick dinners.
# What you need:
→ 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 teaspoon salt, or to taste
07 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
08 - ½ teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
→ Optional
09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
10 - Fresh parsley, for garnish
# How to Make It:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until soft and translucent.
02 - Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add the rinsed rice and stir for 1 to 2 minutes until the edges become slightly translucent.
04 - Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices, vegetable broth, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Stir thoroughly to incorporate.
05 - Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes until the rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
06 - Remove from heat and allow to stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff rice gently with a fork.
07 - Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.
