Description
A refreshing and zesty Greek Lemon Rice dish that’s easy to prepare. Perfect as a side for grilled meats or seafood.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (or basmati)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2¼ cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- Optional: fresh dill, crumbled feta
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Stir in rice and toast for 1–2 minutes.
- Pour in broth, add oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes until the rice is tender and broth is absorbed.
- Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice, zest, parsley, and dill if using.
- Fluff with a fork, garnish optionally with feta, and serve warm.
Notes
- For stronger lemon flavor, add more zest or a second lemon.
- Add crumbled feta or pine nuts for richness.
- Pairs great with grilled meats, seafood, or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg