Zesty Lemon Herb Rice
This Zesty Lemon Herb Rice is a light and aromatic side dish, perfect for complementing a variety of main courses with its refreshing citrus and herb notes.
Equipment
- medium saucepan or Dutch oven
- lid
- fork
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (like Basmati or Jasmine), rinsed
- 1¾ cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
- 1 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan, then cook chopped onion until soft; add minced garlic and cook for one minute.
- Add the rinsed rice to the pan and stir for 1-2 minutes until translucent.
- Pour in broth, salt, and pepper; bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
- Remove from heat and let it rest, covered, for 5-10 minutes to absorb steam and become fluffy.
- Uncover, fluff the rice with a fork, and stir in lemon juice, parsley, dill, and lemon zest.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
Notes
For an extra bright flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice. This dish pairs well with grilled chicken or fish.