Healthy Pilaf Recipes

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Cauliflower & Couscous Pilaf

Pilaf is usually made with rice plus nuts, fruit, vegetables or even meat. In this version we use couscous instead of rice, so it's nearly instant, and add a sweet accent of orange and currants.

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Crab Pilaf

Pilaf originated in Persia; the word refers to any rice dish in which the rice is sautéed in a little oil or butter and then simmered with seasoned liquid. Variations take off from there—this version combines springtime herbs, asparagus and crab for a delectable main-dish pilaf. Serve with a glass of iced tea and a tossed salad.

Fresh Herb & Lemon Bulgur Pilaf

This pilaf, made with nutty bulgur, gets plenty of bright flavor from fresh dill, mint, parsley, ginger and lemon.

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Rice Pilaf with Shrimp

Don’t be surprised if you start humming the jingle about the San Francisco treat while you’re eating this herb-infused pilaf. Quick-cooking shrimp and tender baby lima beans turn this side dish into a quick main course. Not a lima lover? Try frozen shelled edamame instead. Serve with steamed or roasted asparagus.

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Eggplant Bulgur Pilaf

One of the most important dishes at a Turkish table, this simple pilaf recipe features a combination of eggplant and bulgur. It is often an accompaniment to meat or chicken.

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Brown Rice Pilaf

Turn everyday brown rice into delicious brown rice pilaf with the addition of currants and sliced almonds.

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Wild Rice Pilaf with Sweet Potatoes & Brussels Sprouts

Wild rice is intensely aromatic so it’s a great match for the bold flavors of saffron and Madeira in this wild rice pilaf recipe. Roasted sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts studded on top give it a festive look and help make it filling enough for a vegetarian main dish.

» Wild Rice Pilaf with Sweet Potatoes & Brussels Sprouts

From brown rice pilaf to wild rice pilaf, hearty and healthy pilaf recipes.

Pilaf is usually made with rice plus nuts, fruit, vegetables or even meat. In our healthy pilaf recipes, we create traditional pilaf recipes, including brown rice pilaf recipes and wild rice pilaf recipes, but we also have bulgur pilaf recipes, orzo pilaf recipes, barley pilaf recipes, couscous pilaf recipes and other new ideas for pilaf. Try our Butternut & Barley Pilaf as an accompaniment to chicken or pork or enjoy Rice Pilaf with Shrimp for a low-calorie dinner recipe for pilaf.

Healthy Pilaf Recipes

Barley Pilaf with Mushrooms, Red Peppers & Spinach

Flecks of sweet red pepper and spinach add festive flair to...

Bulgur Pilaf with Dried Fruits

Cinnamon and allspice infuse this pilaf with a subtle...

Butternut & Barley Pilaf

Winter squash contributes a rich, full flavor to a simple...

Cauliflower & Couscous Pilaf

Pilaf is usually made with rice plus nuts, fruit,...

Pilaf originated in Persia; the word refers to any rice...

Eggplant Bulgur Pilaf

One of the most important dishes at a Turkish table, this...

Fresh Herb & Lemon Bulgur Pilaf

This pilaf, made with nutty bulgur, gets plenty of bright...

Lentil & Bulgur Pilaf with Green & Yellow Squash

Based on a traditional Lebanese Lenten dish, this recipe...

Kasha & Orzo Pilaf

Earthy kasha pairs up with orzo in this quick and tasty...

Minted Orzo Pilaf

Orzo is a small, rice-shaped pasta, made bright and savory...

Bypass plain rice boredom by adding a little chopped onion...

Rice Pilaf with Lime & Cashews

In southern India, this fragrant dish is served during the...

Whole-Wheat Couscous Pilaf

Whole-wheat couscous is practically an instant side dish....

Healthy Brown Rice Pilaf Recipes

Baked Curried Brown Rice & Lentil Pilaf

Pop this fast and fragrant vegetarian dish into the oven...

Butternut Squash Pilaf

Grated butternut squash adds color and nutrients to this...

Brown Rice Pilaf

Turn everyday brown rice into delicious brown rice pilaf...

Quail with Ginger-Cranberry Pilaf

Here, we sear quail in a skillet and then finish them in...

Rice Pilaf with Shrimp

Don’t be surprised if you start humming the jingle about...

Spiced Corn & Rice Pilaf

This corn-flecked rice pilaf has a distinctive Indian...

Whole-Grain Rice Pilaf

Great-tasting whole-grain pilafs are available these days,...

Healthy Wild Rice Pilaf Recipes

Barley & Wild Rice Pilaf with Pomegranate Seeds

This pilaf melds the chewy texture of barley and wild rice...

Wild Rice Pilaf with Sweet Potatoes & Brussels Sprouts

Wild rice is intensely aromatic so it’s a great match for...

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