Greek Lemon Rice
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Greek Lemon Rice
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Greek lemon rice is made by combining long-grain white rice, lots of lemon, and fresh herbs and spices. You can feel free to add feta too!
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Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup yellow onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 1/2 cups long grain white rice
- 2 1/4 cups chicken broth (or water)
- 2 large lemons zest, juice, garnish
- 3 tbsp flat-leaf parsley minced
- 3 tbsp dill or oregano minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbles (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse rice in sieve under cold water, mixing with fingers, until water runs clear. Drain, set aside. Zest 1 lemon for 1 tablespoon total and juice lemon for 3 tablespoons. Slice other lemon for garnish.
- Heat oil over medium heat in large saucepan or deep skillet.
- Add onion, saute for 3 minutes. Add garlic, saute 2 more minutes or until onion is translucent.
- Add rice and cook, stirring often for 5 minutes.
- Add broth and bring to a boil Cover, turn heat down to low. Cook for 12 minutes. Remove from from heat and rest, covered, for 10 minutes.
- Remove lid, stir through lemon zest, lemon juice, herbs and salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve with optional lemon slices and feta cheeses crumbles.
Notes
- For leftovers, let the rice cool completely and transfer to an airtight container or sealable bag and squeeze out excess air. Freeze for up to 2 months. To thaw, let come to room temp, add a tablespoon of water, cover and steam in microwave for 2-3 minutes on high heat. Fluff with fork and enjoy.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
238kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
44g
(15%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
2mg
(1%)
Sodium
720mg
(30%)
Potassium
175mg
(5%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
195IU
(4%)
Vitamin C
24mg
(27%)
Calcium
37mg
(4%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 238 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 238kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 44g | 15% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 720mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 175mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 195IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 24mg | 27% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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12 reviews
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