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Lemon Rice Side Dish Recipe

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Lemon Rice Side Dish delivers bright citrus zing with fluffy jasmine grains and aromatic garlic butter. Vibrant lemon zest flecks create Mediterranean sunshine in every forkful. Perfectly pairs with grilled chicken, shrimp skewers, or roasted fish. Ultimate Pinterest side dish board essential.

Ingredients

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  • Rice Base:
  • 1½ cups jasmine rice (rinsed)
  • 2¾ cups chicken broth (or vegetable)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Lemon Garlic Flavor:
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Finish:
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill (optional)
  • Lemon slices for serving

 

Instructions

  • 1. Rinse rice under cold water until clear. Drain well.
  • 2. Heat butter + oil in saucepan over medium. Sauté garlic 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • 3. Add rice + oregano. Stir 1 min until coated and toasted.
  • 4. Pour in broth + lemon zest + salt + pepper. Bring to boil.
  • 5. Reduce heat to low, cover tightly. Simmer 15 mins (don’t peek).
  • 6. Remove heat. Let steam covered 10 mins.
  • 7. Fluff with fork. Stir in lemon juice + parsley + dill.
  • 8. Taste, adjust salt/lemon. Serve warm with lemon slices.

Notes

  • Jasmine rice = perfect fluffy lemon carrier.
  • Fresh lemon zest = maximum citrus punch.
  • Toasted rice = nutty depth foundation.
  • 10-min steam = no gummy texture.
  • Chicken broth > water for savory backbone.
  • Make ahead: Microwave with damp towel revives perfectly.
  • Storage: Fridge 4 days, freezes 2 months.
  • Low carb: Cauliflower rice adaptation works.
  • Pairs: Greek chicken, lemon garlic shrimp, herb roasted fish.
  • Serves 6. Bright side dish perfection.

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Keywords: lemon rice side dish, greek lemon rice, mediterranean rice, easy lemon rice recipe, bright rice side

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