Description
A quick and zesty recipe for a flavorful Mediterranean lemon rice dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the rinsed rice and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Pour in the vegetable broth, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the saucepan.
- Cook for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork, stir in lemon zest, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding chopped vegetables or chickpeas.
- This dish pairs well with grilled meats or as a standalone vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: 25 Minutes Mediterranean Lemon Rice