Light and Flavorful Greek Lemon Rice
Discover a delightful twist on your meals with Light and Flavorful Greek Lemon Rice. This versatile dish features fluffy grains infused with zesty lemon and aromatic herbs, making it the perfect accompaniment for any meal. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a casual weeknight dinner, this rice recipe is sure to impress your family and guests alike. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, it pairs beautifully with grilled meats, seafood, or roasted vegetables. With its bright flavors and healthy ingredients, you’ll find yourself reaching for this Mediterranean-inspired dish time and time again.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 cup long grain white rice (basmati or jasmine)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion for 2-3 minutes until softened, then add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Stir in rice to coat with oil and aromatics; toast for about 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover tightly. Simmer for 18-20 minutes without lifting the lid.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff rice gently with a fork before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg