Mediterranean Rice Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 cups basmati rice
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
• 1/4 cup capers
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Rinse rice until water runs clear, drain.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
5. Add rice and stir to coat with oil.
6. Add chicken broth, salt, pepper, and oregano.
7. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
8. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes.
9. Fluff with a fork and add sun-dried tomatoes, olives, capers, parsley, and mint.
10. Season with red pepper flakes and serve.