Mediterranean Yellow Rice (Vegan, G/F, made under 30 mins)

Ingredients

• 2 cups of long-grain white rice rinsed and drained
• 3 cups of water
• 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 cup of onion (diced)
• 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
• ½ teaspoon of dried thyme or rosemary
• 1/4 cup of crushed nuts or seeds
• Pinch of saffron (optional)
• A small handful of fresh parsley (chopped)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 Lemon