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Greek Lemon Rice

Greek Lemon Rice

A zesty and flavorful Greek Lemon Rice dish that's perfect as a side, featuring a bright lemon taste and aromatic herbs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Sides
Cuisine Greek
Servings 6 servings
Calories 216 kcal

Equipment

  • large saucepan

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 tablespoon extra virgin oil or butter
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup onion finely chopped (white, brown, yellow)
  • 1.5 cups long grain white rice uncooked
  • 1.25 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 large lemon 1 teaspoon zest + 3 - 4 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoon parsley finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoon dill finely chopped (or substitute with parsley, oregano, basil, chives, mint)
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Instructions
 

Cooking Steps

  • Heat oil over medium heat in a large saucepan or small pot.
  • Add garlic and onion. Cook for 5 minutes or until translucent and sweet.
  • Add rice and stir until rice turns mostly translucent.
  • Add broth and water. Place lid on, bring to simmer then turn heat down to low.
  • Cook for 12 minutes or until water is evaporated.
  • Remove from stove and rest for 10 minutes (keep the lid on).
  • Remove lid. Stir through lemon zest, lemon juice, herbs, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Lovely served warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Long grain is the best for this recipe, but medium and short grain rice will also work. Do not use risotto or paella rice. With brown rice, top up water and cook longer according to package directions.

Nutrition

Serving: 153gCalories: 216kcalCarbohydrates: 39.2gProtein: 4.8gFat: 4.1gSaturated Fat: 0.6gSodium: 361mgPotassium: 174mgFiber: 1.1gSugar: 0.6gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5.8mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3.1mg
Keyword Greek Lemon Rice, herbed rice, rice pilaf, sides, vegetable side, zesty rice
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