Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp salt
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 3 tbsp)
- 2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
- Lemon wedges (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse rice under cold water and drain well.
- In saucepan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant (30 sec).
- Add rice and stir to toast slightly. Add broth, salt, and lemon zest.
- Bring to boil. Cover and simmer on low for 15–18 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat, let sit 5 minutes, then fluff with fork.
- Stir in lemon juice and parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Serve warm, garnished with lemon wedges and extra herbs.
Storage: Fridge: 4 days
Freezer: 2 months
Reheat: Add splash of broth and warm on stove or microwave.
Notes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Category: Side Dish
Cuisine: Greek / Mediterranean