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Greek Lemon Rice
Bright and zesty Greek Lemon Rice is super tasty and so easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients and less than 30 minutes, you can turn a pantry staple into a flavorful side dish for your favorite meals!
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 187 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 1 cup long grain white rice rinsed (see note)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ¼-⅓ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice to taste
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh herbs optional (dill is my favorite!)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter.
- Stir in rinsed rice for 1 minute, then stir in turmeric.
- Stir in the broth, lemon juice, and salt and bring to a boil.
- Reduce to a high simmer, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring once or twice throughout. Fluff with a fork, stir in fresh herbs if desired, and serve.
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Notes
- Long grain rice: When using long grain white rice it's always a good idea to rinse the rice first as it helps to achieve fluffy (not sticky) rice. Pour the rice into a fine-mesh strainer in the sink and give it a rinse for about 30 seconds or so to get rid of some of the starches that can cause rice to stick together.
- Basmati rice: I love this recipe made with basmati rice. Not quite as "Greek" this way but so delicious and extra fluffy rice!
- Storage: This lemon rice will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freeing: You can freeze this easy rice recipe for up to 2 months but I don't think it tastes as good once it thaws as the rice can get a little mealy.
- For the butter: I use unsalted butter, then add salt later to taste. If you use salted butter, you might not want to use as much actual salt. But it's totally a personal preference!
- Fresh herbs: If you want to add a little something "extra" to this lemon rice, try fresh herbs like parsley or oregano, a cup of frozen peas, a can of diced tomatoes (drained), or some toasted pine nuts.
Nutrition Information
Calories
187kcal
(9%)
Carbohydrates
40g
(13%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Cholesterol
3mg
(1%)
Sodium
1028mg
(43%)
Potassium
122mg
(3%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
19IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
9mg
(10%)
Calcium
32mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 187
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 187kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 1028mg | 43% |
| Potassium | 122mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 19IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 32mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.