Description
This Greek Lemon Rice recipe is a flavorful and aromatic side dish that pairs perfectly with a variety of Mediterranean dishes. The combination of lemon zest, juice, and fresh parsley gives this rice a bright and zesty flavor that will delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (rinsed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat Olive Oil: In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté Onion: Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent.
- Add Garlic and Rice: Stir in the minced garlic, then add the rinsed rice and cook to coat with oil.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Simmer: Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Rest and Fluff: Remove from heat, let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
- Add Parsley: Stir in chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute vegetable broth.
- You can also add spinach or feta cheese for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
