Description
Lemon Rice is a vibrant and zesty side dish that brings a refreshing burst of flavor to your meals. Made with fluffy long-grain rice, fresh lemon juice, zest, and aromatic herbs, this delightful dish pairs perfectly with grilled meats or hearty vegetarian options. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, Lemon Rice is sure to be the highlight of any dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- Juice of 2 fresh lemons
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup chopped parsley
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a medium pot, combine the rinsed rice with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- While the rice cooks, whisk together lemon juice and olive oil in a bowl. Stir in lemon zest and chopped herbs.
- Once the rice is cooked, let it sit covered for five minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- Pour the lemon mixture over the warm rice and toss gently to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (185g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, mix in peas or diced carrots. - Substitute brown rice for extra fiber and a nuttier flavor. - Garnish with toasted nuts for added crunch.