Greek Lemon Rice Recipe: Easy & Flavorful 35-Minute Delight
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Enjoy a refreshing and zesty Greek lemon rice dish that can be prepared in just 35 minutes. This recipe is perfect as a side dish or a light meal!
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the rice, coating it with the oil and garlic.
- Pour in the vegetable broth, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat, fluff with a fork, and stir in the lemon zest and parsley.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of oregano or thyme.
- For a creamier texture, stir in a tablespoon of butter before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg