All the colors of spring and Easter pulled into a ultra budget friendly rice pilaf, plus the Instant Pot cooks it all to perfection!

This Colorful Rice Pilaf is a vibrant and flavorful side dish that’s perfect for any occasion.

Loaded with sweet corn, tender peas, and bright carrots, it’s both visually appealing and deliciously satisfying.

Add everything to your Instant Pot and let it take care of the cooking and the flavor infusion. 

Whether served alongside grilled meats or as a vegetarian main, this easy-to-make Instant Pot Rice Pilaf brings color and comfort to your table.

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Easter Rice Pilaf (Instant Pot)

Enjoy this easy, flavor-packed and colorful rice pilaf for Easter or your spring dinners.

Prep Time5 minutes minutes

Cook Time7 minutes minutes

Servings - 8 servings

Ingredients 

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• 2 cups white rice
• 2 cups chicken stock or vegetable stock for vegetarian
• 1/2 cup hot water
• 1 tsp minced garlic
• 1 tsp salt
• 12 oz. bag frozen peas and carrots
• 12 oz. bag frozen white and gold corn
• 2 Tbsp butter cut into 4 pieces
• pepper to taste

Instructions

• To the instant pot insert, add the white rice, chicken stock, hot water, minced garlic, salt, frozen peas and carrots, and frozen corn. Stir to combine. Add the butter pads onto the top.
• Put the lid on and set to Sealing. Pressure cook on High for 7 minutes, let naturally release.
• Once the pressure has released, take off the lid and gently fold the rice and veggies together. Serve as main or side dish.