Greek Lemon Rice
Greek Lemon Rice is a vibrant and zesty side dish that brings the essence of Mediterranean flavors to your table. This easy-to-make recipe features fluffy long-grain rice infused with fresh lemon juice, zest, and aromatic herbs, making it the perfect complement for grilled meats, seafood, or roasted vegetables. With just a few basic ingredients and minimal cooking time, you can elevate any meal in about 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain rice (e.g., basmati)
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a medium saucepan, combine vegetable broth, lemon juice, and zest. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Add the rinsed rice to the boiling broth, stir gently, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15-18 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and mix in chopped parsley.
- Serve warm as a side dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg