Nut-Free Lemon Herb Mediterranean Rice
Brighten up your dinner table with this Nut-Free Lemon Herb Mediterranean Rice, a fragrant and flavorful dish that's perfect as a side or a light main course. Featuring a vibrant combination of lemon zest, fresh parsley, and aromatic Mediterranean herbs like oregano and thyme, this easy recipe comes together in just 35 minutes. The delicate tang of lemon juice complements the fluffy, perfectly seasoned rice, while the sautéed onions and garlic add depth to every bite. Made with simple pantry staples and entirely nut-free, this dish is ideal for those with dietary restrictions. Serve it alongside grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or enjoy it on its own for a zesty, herbaceous delight that’s as healthy as it is satisfying!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the rice to the pan, stirring to coat the grains in the oil and onion mixture.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Cover the saucepan with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork and stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
790 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.2 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2825 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.6 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 15.4 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 280 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1104 mg | 23% | |
*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.
