Caribbean Rice

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 cup basmati rice
• 1 (14-ounce) can fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 teaspoon Jamaican jerk seasoning (such as McCormick)
• 1 cup diced papaya
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Preparation

1. Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat; add garlic, and sauté 1 minute. Add rice; cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add broth, water, and seasoning. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 18 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat; stir in papaya, cilantro, and salt.