Sugar-Free Greek Rice
Elevate your side dishes with this vibrant Sugar-Free Greek Rice, a deliciously fresh and aromatic recipe that's perfect for any meal. Packed with Mediterranean flavors, this dish combines fluffy, long-grain rice with the bold zest of lemon, fragrant dried herbs like oregano and thyme, and the rich undertones of olive oil. Simmered in low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth, this wholesome rice is both flavorful and heart-healthy, free of added sugars and filled with zesty brightness. Finished with a touch of fresh parsley and a splash of lemon juice, it's the ideal complement to grilled meats, roasted veggies, or Greek-inspired favorites like souvlaki or tzatziki. With just 10 minutes of prep and simple stovetop cooking, this versatile, gluten-free recipe is easy to whip up and perfect for serving or meal prepping!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup long-grain rice, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
Stir in the rinsed rice, and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously, until the rice is lightly toasted.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and add the lemon zest, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
Fluff the rice with a fork, then stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice.
Serve warm, garnishing with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
608 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.9 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1473 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.1 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 9.5 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 116 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 468 mg | 10% | |
*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.
