Description
Transport yourself to a sun-drenched Mediterranean afternoon with this Irresistible Greek Rice recipe. Bursting with vibrant flavors from fresh veggies, aromatic herbs, and zesty lemon, this dish serves as a delightful side or a satisfying vegetarian main course. Quick and easy to prepare, it promises to impress family and friends at any gathering. Enjoy the perfect blend of fluffiness and crunch in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain rice (basmati preferred)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced, mix of red, yellow, and orange)
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano (chopped)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse rice under cold water until clear to remove excess starch.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and diced bell peppers, cooking for another 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in rinsed rice, ensuring each grain is coated with oil. Add vegetable broth along with salt and pepper; bring to a boil.
- Cover tightly, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat; let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and stir in fresh herbs and lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish/Vegetarian
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg