Rice Ala Grecque
Bring the flavors of the Mediterranean straight to your table with this vibrant and aromatic Rice Ala Grecque recipe. This dish pairs fluffy long-grain rice with a medley of bold ingredients like tangy kalamata olives, juicy diced tomatoes, and creamy crumbled feta cheese, all heightened by fresh parsley, dill, and a bright hint of lemon zest. Cooked in savory chicken or vegetable stock and lightly sautéed with garlic and onion, this recipe achieves a perfect balance of richness and freshness. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, it’s the perfect side dish for grilled meats or a satisfying base for a vegetarian feast. Whether you're craving a taste of Greece or looking to elevate your weeknight meals, this Mediterranean rice dish is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside to drain.
In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the rinsed and drained rice to the saucepan. Stir to coat the rice in the oil and cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the rice to toast slightly.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable stock and stir in the diced tomatoes, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let the rice simmer gently for 15-18 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the rice to steam and fluff up.
Gently stir in the sliced kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, chopped parsley, dill, and lemon zest.
Adjust seasonings to taste and serve warm as a side dish or as a base for a Mediterranean meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1207 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.0 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.7 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 6084 mg | 265% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.3 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.6 g | ||
| Protein | 31.2 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 772 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1080 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.
