Description
A bright and flavorful Greek Lemon Rice recipe that is perfect as a side dish for grilled meats or seafood. This dish is aromatic, with a refreshing citrus kick from lemon juice and zest.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Rinse the rice: Under cold water until clear, then drain well.
- Sauté onions and garlic: In olive oil until soft. Add rice and toast lightly.
- Add liquids and seasonings: Pour in broth, lemon juice, zest, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer until rice is tender.
- Finish and serve: Let sit, fluff with a fork, stir in parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a tablespoon of butter before serving.
- This rice pairs well with grilled chicken, lamb, or seafood.
- Enhance with feta or kalamata olives for a heartier side.
- 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: 340mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
