Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Greek Lemon Rice, a quick and delicious Mediterranean side dish that adds a refreshing twist to any meal. This fluffy rice is infused with zesty lemon juice, aromatic herbs, and sautéed onions, making it the perfect accompaniment for grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or seafood.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (or basmati)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2¼ cups chicken or vegetable broth
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
- Sauté the chopped onion until translucent (about 3–4 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
- Stir in rice and toast for 1–2 minutes until lightly golden.
- Add broth, oregano, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 15–18 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice, zest, and parsley.
- Fluff with a fork before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg