Jeweled Golden Rice

By cprzybyl

Calories: 288, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 125mg, Dietary Fiber: 5g, Total Fat: 12g, Carbs: 41g, Cholesterol: 1mg, Protein: 6g
Carb Choices: 2.5

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Rest Time: 1 h
Total Time: 1 h 50 mins

Ingredients

• 1 cup(s) rice, basmati, brown 14 ounce(s) broth, reduced-sodium chicken 1/3 cup(s) water 1 tablespoon curry powder, mild or hot 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, ground 1 pinch saffron, strands, generous pinch,

Preparation

Step 1

1. Combine rice, broth, water, curry powder, turmeric and saffron in a medium saucepan.
2. Bring to a boil, stir once, cover with a tight-fitting lid, reduce heat to a simmer and cook until the liquid is absorbed, about 35 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, 5 minutes more. Fluff with a fork.
3. Combine oil, lemon juice, honey, orange zest, ginger and salt in a large, non-reactive bowl (see Note).
4. Stir in the cooked rice, celery, dried cherries and 1/4 cup scallions (or chives).
5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 2 days.
6. To serve, fold fresh cherries and 1/2 cup mixed nuts into the rice mixture. Serve at room temperature, garnished with the remaining 1/4 cup scallions (or chives) and mixed nuts.