Description
A zesty and flavorful Lemon Rice recipe that is both easy to prepare and incredibly delicious. This dish combines aromatic basmati rice with the bright flavors of lemon, turmeric, and fresh herbs, making it a perfect side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup basmati or long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- zest and juice of 1 large lemon
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
- salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the Rice: Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Cook the Rice: Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in rice, turmeric, cumin, and a pinch of salt. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15–18 minutes until tender.
- Finish the Dish: Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice, then stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil or butter, and herbs. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.
Notes
- Add toasted nuts or sautéed onions for extra texture and flavor.
- This rice pairs well with grilled chicken, fish, or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian-Inspired, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
