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Flavorful Bright Greek Lemon Rice - Simple Zesty Side Dish Recipe

This vibrant Greek lemon rice brings Mediterranean sunshine to your table with its bright citrus flavors and aromatic herbs. Perfect as a side dish for grilled meats or as part of a larger meal, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into something truly special.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Zest of 1 lemon

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming gummy.
  2. Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir to coat with the oil and onion mixture. Toast the rice for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth and lemon juice. Add the dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and let the rice stand covered for 5 minutes. Then fluff with a fork and stir in the fresh dill, parsley, and lemon zest.

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice rather than bottled for best results. Don't skip the toasting step - it adds nutty flavor and helps grains stay separate. Let rice rest after cooking for perfect fluffiness.