Light and Flavorful Greek Lemon Rice for Every Occasion Recipe
This Light and Flavorful Greek Lemon Rice is a versatile dish suitable for any occasion. The bright citrus flavors combined with fragrant herbs make it a delightful side dish or a standalone meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup long grain white rice (such as 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 for vegetarian)
Seasonings and Garnish:
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2–3 tablespoons)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a saucepan, sauté onion until soft, add garlic.
- Toast Rice: Add rice to pot, toast briefly, then add broth, lemon juice, zest, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Rest and Fluff: Let rice sit covered for 5 minutes off heat, then fluff with a fork. Adjust seasoning.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Greek Lemon Rice, Lemon Rice Recipe, Flavorful Rice Side Dish
