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Greek Lemon Rice Recipe

Zesty Greek Lemon Rice Recipe

A delightful Greek Lemon Rice recipe that is the perfect side dish to brighten your meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup Rice Basmati or jasmine rice works well.
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth For added flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Extra virgin for best flavor.
  • 1 lemon Juice and Zest Freshly squeezed for a bright taste.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Stirring spoon
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a saucepan, heat the vegetable broth until it simmers.
  2. Add the rice and olive oil, stir well, and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Cover the saucepan and reduce the heat to low, cooking for about 15-20 minutes.
  4. Once rice is cooked, remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
  5. Fluff the rice with a fork, then stir in the lemon juice and zest.
  6. Serve warm as a side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This recipe can be easily customized with herbs or vegetables of your choice.

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