Herby Asparagus & Pea Rice Pilaf
This Herby Asparagus & Pea Rice Pilaf is a bright, springy one-pan meal packed with vegetables and cozy Mediterranean-style herbs. Onion, spring onion, and garlic build the base, white wine adds a little depth, and asparagus + peas make it fresh and colorful. It’s simple, filling, and perfect with a crisp salad on the side.
Rice Pilaf Instructions
- Prep: chop the onion. Chop the spring onion and garlic. Trim the woody ends off the asparagus and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs mostly clear.
- In a large pot or deep sauté pan (with a lid), heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and salt, cover with a lid, and sauté for 3–4 minutes until starting to soften.
- Add the spring onion and garlic and sauté uncovered for about 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is soft and fragrant.
- Add the rinsed rice and fry for 1–2 minutes, stirring so it’s coated in the oil.
- Pour in the wine and stir. Cook for 2–3 minutes until most of the wine evaporates.
- Add the peas and about 700ml of the vegetable broth. Stir, bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for 12–15 minutes, stirring once or twice so it doesn’t stick, until most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Add the asparagus, the remaining 100ml broth, the thyme, marjoram, oregano, rosemary, and the lemon juice. Stir well, cover again, and cook for another 8–10 minutes, until the rice is tender and the asparagus is cooked.
- Turn off the heat and let it rest covered for 5 minutes, then fluff and serve. Optional: garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
- Use a large pot/pan — the rice expands a lot and needs room to cook evenly.
- Rinsing the rice helps keep it fluffy instead of gummy.
- Broth saltiness varies a lot, so taste at the end before adding extra salt.
- If your asparagus is very thin, add it a few minutes later so it stays bright and doesn’t overcook.
- Pairs perfectly with a simple green salad and a lemony dressing.
Equipment Needed
- Pot
- Lid
- Stove
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Wooden Spoon
- Measuring Cups
- Kitchen Scale
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