Tuna Rice Pilaf

• 1 (6 ounce) can tuna or (7 ounce) envelope tuna
• 1 cup long grain white rice
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded and divided
• butter-flavored cooking spray
• 1/2 cup onion, minced
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried dill
• 2 1/2 cups assorted fresh vegetables

1. Note: Either fresh or frozen vegetables can be used.
2. Drain tuna, if using canned.
3. Defrost vegetables under cool running water, if using frozen vegetables. Chop into bite-sized pieces.
4. Spray medium saucepan with cooking spray. Saute rice and onions over medium-high heat until rice is golden and onion is soft.
5. Stir in pepper, dill, and water.
6. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer about 15 minutes or until rice is almost tender but not all liquid is absorbed.
7. Add vegetables. Cook 5 minuts or until tender.
8. Add tuna and 1/2 cup of the cheese, stirring to blend.
9. Serve topped with remaining cheese.

tuna, long grain white rice, black pepper, water, lowfat, butter, onion, dill, fresh vegetables

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/tuna-rice-pilaf-221802 (may not work)