Lemon Pesto Rice
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Lemon Pesto Rice
Description
Lemon Pesto Rice is made by first browning long grain rice with minced garlic and salt in vegetable oil, which adds nuttiness and aroma. Then it's simmered in chicken broth combined with lemon juice, infusing the rice with a subtle tang. After cooking and fluffing, pesto is stirred in to introduce herbal and savory flavors, blending smoothly with the citrus accents.
This rice works well alongside poultry, seafood, or grilled vegetables, offering a fresh and vibrant accompaniment. The pesto adds complexity without overpowering the dish, and the lemon highlights the rice's tenderness and moisture.
The recipe notes suggest variations using brown, jasmine, or basmati rice, adjusting cooking times accordingly. For best flavor, stir the pesto in just before serving and store leftover pesto separately in the refrigerator.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup long grain rice uncooked
- 1 teaspoon garlic fresh, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup pesto (see our recipe for HOMEMADE PESTO)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the rice and gently stir until rice begins to lightly brown.
- Add the garlic and salt and stir the rice until it looks golden.
- Add chicken broth and lemon juice and turn the heat up to medium high.
- Bring the mix to a boil then turn the heat to low and cover the pan with a lid.
- Simmer for 20 to 25 minutes.
- Remove from heat and fluff with a fork then stir in the pesto.
Notes
- This recipe yields about 3 cups of cooked rice, enough for six 1/2 cup servings or three 1 cup servings.
- Brown rice, jasmine rice, or basmati rice can be substituted by following their package cooking instructions.
- Add pesto just before serving to preserve its fresh flavor.
- Store any leftover pesto in the refrigerator to maintain quality.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 193 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 193kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 627mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 59mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 377IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 31mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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