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Greek Lemon Rice Recipe

Brighten Your Day with Easy Greek Lemon Rice Recipe

This Greek Lemon Rice Recipe is a quick and tasty side that brightens your meal with fresh lemon flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Greek Lemon Rice Ingredients
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice Can substitute with basmati.
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth Can swap with chicken broth.
  • 1 large Fresh Lemon Juice Use freshly squeezed for best taste.
  • 1 large Lemon Zest Don't skip this step!
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Consider extra virgin for quality.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; can swap with shallots.
  • to taste teaspoon Salt Adjust based on broth's sodium.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley Fresh herbs elevate flavor.

Equipment

  • medium-sized pot
  • Skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a medium-sized pot, combine the rinsed rice with vegetable broth and a pinch of salt. Bring to boil.
  2. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 15 minutes, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
  3. Zest the lemon and squeeze its juice into a bowl. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add minced garlic, and sauté for about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Once rice is done, remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and mix in sautéed garlic, lemon juice, and zest.
  5. Stir in chopped parsley, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve alongside your favorite grilled meats or vegetarian dishes.
  6. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, adding a splash of water when reheating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish is versatile and can be paired with various grilled meats or served as a base for Mediterranean bowls.

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