RICE WITH TOMATOES AND BLACK OLIVES

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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup long-grain rice
6 ounces whole onion or 5 ounces chopped onion (ready-cut) (1 1/3 cups)
2 teaspoons olive oil
6 large Italian, French or Greek olives
1 1/4 pounds ripe field tomatoes
Basil
1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine rice and 2 cups of water in heavy-bottomed saucepan. Bring to boil; reduce heat and cook a total of 17 minutes, until rice is tender and water has evaporated.
  • Meanwhile chop the whole onion; sauté onion in hot oil in nonstick skillet.
  • Pit and cut up olives; wash, trim and coarsely chop tomatoes. When onion is tender add the olives and tomatoes and cook over high heat to evaporate liquid.
  • Wash, dry and chop basil to make 2 tablespoons. Just before adding tomato mixture to rice, stir in basil. Add mixture to cooked rice and season with optional salt and with pepper.

Warren Weeder
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. I always have leftover rice in my fridge and I'm always looking for new ways to use it. This recipe is a great option because it's so quick and easy to make.


Prince Agemang
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can easily add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste. I like to add a bit of diced bell pepper and corn to mine. I also like to use a mix of white and brown rice.


Mystic Scaler
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make ahead of time and it always gets rave reviews. I usually double the recipe so that I have plenty of leftovers.


Shalem Gqom - King
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook rice. This recipe is a great option because it's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the combination of tomatoes, olives, and rice.


Naeem Ksa
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I usually serve it with a side of grilled chicken or fish.


Al Muzahid
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I love the flavors in this dish. The tomatoes and olives are a perfect combination. I also like the addition of the garlic and onion. They really add a lot of flavor to the dish.


geoffrey Ocharo
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the tomatoes and olives in this dish. I also like that it's a one-pot meal, which makes cleanup a breeze.


Aftab Haider
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I'm not a big fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The tomatoes are cooked down until they're soft and flavorful. I also like the addition of the olives. They add a nice salty flavor that really complements the tomatoes and rice.


Chati Khan
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I even had people asking me for the recipe. I'm definitely going to be making this again.


Helena Gutierrez
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This is a great recipe for a summer meal. The tomatoes and olives are so fresh and flavorful. I like to serve this dish with a side of grilled chicken or fish.


sha mukhlis
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can easily add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste. I like to add a bit of diced bell pepper and corn to mine. I also like to use a mix of white and brown rice.


Naqeeb Jan
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. I always have leftover rice in my fridge and I'm always looking for new ways to use it. This recipe is a great option because it's so quick and easy to make.


Hash Lyrical
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I was looking for a new rice recipe to try and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I made it! It's so delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.


Muzzamal King
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few basic ingredients, but they come together to create a really flavorful dish. I also like that it's a one-pot meal, which makes cleanup a breeze.


Bishwajit Das
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This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, parties, and even just for dinner with my family. It's always a hit.


Stella Akhibi
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I'm not a huge fan of olives, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The olives add a nice salty flavor that complements the tomatoes and rice perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Hor Bajwa
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also very budget-friendly, which is a bonus. I made it with brown rice and it turned out great. I think this recipe would also be good with quinoa or barley.


Zeeakzs
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! It's incredibly flavorful and delicious. The tomatoes and olives add a nice touch of tanginess and the rice is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


XMART 1
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I love this recipe! I've made it several times and it always turns out great. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I highly recommend it!


Malique Davenhill
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This is the best rice dish I've ever had! It's so flavorful and easy to make. I made it exactly as the recipe said and it turned out perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.