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Greek Lemon Rice Recipe

Greek Lemon Rice Recipe


  • Author: Lila
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A flavorful and refreshing Greek Lemon Rice recipe that is easy to make and pairs well with a variety of main dishes. The citrusy lemon flavor combined with aromatic oregano makes this rice dish a standout side.


Ingredients

Scale

Rice:

  • 1 cup long-grain rice (such as basmati or jasmine)

Broth:

  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth (or water)

Seasonings:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Sauté the Onion and Garlic: In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, or until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.
  2. Add Rice: Stir in the rice and cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing it to toast slightly in the oil.
  3. Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, and add the lemon zest, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
  4. Cook the Rice: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the saucepan with a lid and let it simmer for about 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  5. Fluff and Serve: Once cooked, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Then, fluff the rice with a fork.
  6. Garnish: Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 180 kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Greek Lemon Rice, Lemon Rice Recipe, Greek Rice, Side Dish, Citrus Rice