Description
This Easy Greek Lemon Rice recipe is a flavorful side dish that pairs perfectly with grilled meats or roasted vegetables. The bright citrusy flavors of lemon combined with fragrant herbs make this dish a standout addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long grain white rice (or basmati)
- 2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
Additional Ingredients:
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion until soft, then add garlic.
- Cook Rice: Stir in rice, broth, lemon juice, zest, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer covered until rice is tender.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat, let sit covered, then fluff with a fork. Stir in parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a cinnamon stick or bay leaf while cooking.
- This rice complements grilled chicken, lamb, or roasted vegetables beautifully.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¾ cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
