Dairy-Free Lemon Herb Mediterranean Rice
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant Dairy-Free Lemon Herb Mediterranean Rice recipe, a perfect blend of wholesome flavors and aromatic herbs. Made with fluffy basmati rice cooked in rich vegetable broth, it’s infused with zesty lemon, fresh parsley, dill, mint, and green onions to create a refreshingly light yet satisfying dish. Black olives add a savory depth, while garlic and olive oil lend Mediterranean warmth and richness. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dairy-free recipe is ideal for health-conscious foodies seeking a flavorful, plant-based accompaniment to grilled vegetables, proteins, or hearty salads. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this dish is sure to impress at your next gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked basmati rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
- 0.5 cup black olives, sliced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch, then drain well.
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and sauté for another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to coat the rice evenly with oil and garlic.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid.
Remove from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for another 5 minutes to allow it to steam.
Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped parsley, dill, mint, and sliced green onions.
Gently fold in the sliced black olives, and season with salt and black pepper.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then transfer the rice to a serving dish.
Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired and serve warm. Enjoy your Dairy-Free Lemon Herb Mediterranean Rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1414 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.8 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3248 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 204.4 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.9 g | ||
| Protein | 26.1 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 319 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 1843 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
