Lemon Garlic Rice
Infuse your dinner table with vibrant flavors with this Lemon Garlic Rice recipe—a quick and easy dish that pairs perfectly with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or seafood. Featuring fragrant basmati rice, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic garlic sautéed in olive oil, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of brightness and savoriness that's sure to impress your family or guests. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a touch of freshness, while optional red pepper flakes provide a subtle kick for spice lovers. Ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile side dish is both gluten-free and vegetarian, making it an excellent choice for diverse dietary needs. Perfect for weeknight dinners or as an elegant accompaniment to a special meal, Lemon Garlic Rice is a crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Basmati rice
- 2 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon Optional - red pepper flakes
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
While the rice is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until it's fragrant but not browned.
Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Cook for another 30 seconds to combine the flavors.
Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and add it to the skillet with the lemon-garlic mixture.
Stir well to coat the rice evenly with the lemon-garlic sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes over low heat.
Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and toss gently to combine.
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy it as a light main dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
521 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.0 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1203 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.2 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 8.2 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 223 mg | 5% | |
*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.
