Rice with Herbes De Provence
Elevate your side dish game with this fragrant and flavorful Rice with Herbes de Provence recipe! This simple yet sophisticated dish combines fluffy, long-grain white rice with the aromatic blend of Herbes de Provence—featuring hints of thyme, rosemary, and lavender—for a touch of French countryside charm. Sautéed garlic, a splash of olive oil, and creamy butter infuse rich flavor, while a finish of zesty lemon and optional fresh parsley brightens every bite. Perfect for pairing with roasted chicken, grilled vegetables, or seafood, this versatile dish is quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish. Impress your guests with this elegant rice dish that’s as easy to make as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon Herbes de Provence
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold running water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Drain well and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Stir in the rinsed rice and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the rice is lightly toasted.
Add the water, Herbes de Provence, salt, and black pepper to the pan. Stir well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water 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 with a fork and stir in the lemon zest for a bright, fresh finish.
Transfer the rice to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve warm as a flavorful side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
507 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.8 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 1204 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 192 mg | 4% | |
*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.
