Lemon Rice Recipe
This easy Lemon Rice recipe is made with lemon, broth, cream, and butter. It’s bursting with bright, creamy flavor and turns simple rice into a delicious side dish.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 green onions white parts only, cut into thin rounds, reserve green parts for garnish
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 cup long grain rice
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 cup low sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup half & half you can also use heavy cream or evaporated milk
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- chopped fresh dill for garnish
- chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the aromatics. Melt the butter and heat the olive oil in a nonstick pan. Add the green onions and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the garlic and lemon zest; continue to cook and stir for 30 seconds or until fragrant.
- Stir in the rice. Add the rice, season it with turmeric, salt, and pepper, and cook and stir for 1 minute.
- Add the rest of the ingredients. Stir in vegetable broth, half-and-half, and lemon juice. Turn up the heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Cook. Reduce the heat to a simmer; cover the pan and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes or until the liquid has evaporated. Remove from heat.
- Finish. Fluff the rice with a fork, taste for seasonings like salt and pepper, and adjust accordingly.
- Serve. Garnish with dill and green onions, and enjoy!
Notes
- Choosing Rice: Long-grain rice varieties such as Basmati or Jasmine are best for this dish as they stay fluffy and separate after cooking.
- Rinse the Rice: Rinsing the rice before cooking can help remove excess starch and prevent the grains from sticking together.
- Adjust the Lemon: The amount of lemon juice can be adjusted to suit your taste. Start with the recommended amount and add more if you prefer it tangier.
- Keep an Eye on the Heat: When simmering the rice, make sure the heat is low enough that it doesn't burn the bottom of the pan but high enough to keep a gentle simmer.
- Fresh is Best: Use fresh lemon juice and herbs for the most vibrant flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 302kcal | Carbohydrates: 44.5g | Protein: 6.1g | Fat: 18.4g | Saturated Fat: 4.9g | Cholesterol: 20.5mg | Sodium: 75.8mg | Fiber: 1.4g | Sugar: 3.7g
