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Flavorful Greek Lemon Rice

Zesty Flavorful Greek Lemon Rice for Your Next Dinner Delight

Flavorful Greek Lemon Rice is a zesty, gluten-free side dish that complements any meal, filling your home with irresistible aromas.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup Long-Grain Rice use white for a light texture or brown for a healthy twist
  • 2 cups Vegetable or Chicken Broth low-sodium or homemade for best flavor
For the Flavor
  • 1 whole Lemon freshly juiced and zested
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil ideal for sautéing garlic
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or fresh for a different flavor
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper freshly ground
For the Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large skillet
  • fine mesh strainer

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse the rice under cold water in a fine mesh strainer until the water runs clear. Allow to drain.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of broth to a simmer over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
  3. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add the rinsed rice to the skillet and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring to coat with oil.
  5. Stir in the simmering broth, lemon juice, zest, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until rice absorbs liquid.
  7. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  8. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for vibrant flavor and avoid overcooking to maintain a fluffy texture.

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