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recipe greek lemon rice
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Greece with this aromatic lemon rice, featuring a creamy yogurt-herb swirl. This dish is a delightful side or light meal, perfect for a taste of the Mediterranean.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 g (1 cup) Long-Grain Rice: Rinse thoroughly to remove starch.
- 480 ml (2 cups) Low-Sodium Chicken Broth: Use halal or vegetable broth.
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) Extra-Virgin Olive Oil: For toasting rice and flavor.
- 1 tbsp (15 g) Unsalted Butter: Adds richness.
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) Fresh Lemon Juice: Crucial for citrus flavor.
- 1 tsp (5 g) Lemon Zest: Provides intense lemon aroma.
- ½ tsp (2 g) Kosher Salt: Adjust to taste.
- 200 g (¾ cup) Plain Greek-Style Yogurt (Full-Fat): Essential for a creamy swirl.
- 2 tbsp (8 g) Fresh Dill, Finely Chopped: Cornerstone of Greek cuisine.
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) Extra-Virgin Olive Oil (for drizzle): Adds shine.
- 1 tbsp (5 g) Additional Lemon Zest (for drizzle): Final citrus burst.
- 30 g (2 oz) Pine Nuts, Toasted: Adds crunch and nutty flavor.
- Fresh Dill Sprigs, for garnish: Enhances aroma.
Instructions
- Rinse the Rice: Rinse 1 cup rice until water runs clear.
- Toast the Rice: Toast rinsed rice in 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp butter for 2 minutes.
- Simmer to Perfection: Add 2 cups broth, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp zest, and ½ tsp salt; simmer covered for 15-18 minutes.
- Rest and Fluff: Let rest covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- Create the Yogurt-Herb Swirl: Combine ¾ cup Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp dill, a pinch of salt, and 1 tbsp lemon juice.
- Assemble and Swirl: Swirl yogurt mixture into hot rice.
- Lemon-Olive Oil Glaze: Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp lemon zest.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with toasted pine nuts and dill sprigs.
Notes
Using full-fat Greek yogurt is key for a creamy swirl. Toasting pine nuts enhances their flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Simmer
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg