Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon butter
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 3/4 cup long-grain brown and wild rice mix (such as Lundberg's)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts, toasted

Method

  • Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Stir in water, rice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt; bring to a boil.
  • Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 40 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Remove from heat; stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt, parsley, chives, juice, and oil. Sprinkle each serving with walnuts.