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Greek Lemon Rice

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!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 238 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Greek

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

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  1. 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.
  2. Heat oil over medium heat in large saucepan or deep skillet.
  3. Add onion, saute for 3 minutes. Add garlic, saute 2 more minutes or until onion is translucent.
  4. Add rice and cook, stirring often for 5 minutes.
  5. 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.
  6. Remove lid, stir through lemon zest, lemon juice, herbs and salt and pepper to taste.
  7. 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

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

% 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.