GREEK LEMON RICE RECIPE
Best Greek lemon rice recipe! Loads of flavor from onions, garlic, lemon juice and fresh herbs. Be sure to check out the notes for tips and ideas for what to serve it with.
Provided by The Mediterranean Dish
Categories Side Dish
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Wash rice well and then soak it for about 15 to 20 minutes in plenty of cold water (enough to cover the rice by 1 inch). You should be able to easily break a grain of rice by simply placing it between your thumb and index finger. Drain well.
- Heat about 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large sauce pan with a lid (like this one) until oil is shimmering but not smoking. Add onions and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and orzo pasta. Toss around for a bit until the orzo has gained some color then stir in the rice. Toss to coat.
- Now add lemon juice and broth. Bring liquid to a rolling boil (it should reduce a little), then turn heat to low. Cover and let cook for about 20 minutes or until rice is done (liquid should be fully absorbed and rice should be tender but not sticky.)
- Remove rice from heat. For best results, leave it covered and do not disturb rice for about 10 minutes or so.
- Uncover and stir in parsley, dill weed and lemon zest. If you like, add a few slices of lemon on top for garnish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Sugar 0.5 g, Sodium 53.1 mg, Fat 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 18.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3.3 g, Cholesterol 0 mg
MEDITERRANEAN ORZO PILAF
I love risotto for its creaminess-but not on a weeknight. It just doesn't work unless you stand over it like a schoolmarm. Orzo, on the other hand, is nearly as creamy and a lot less fussy. And with the addition in step 2 of cooked shrimp or scallops, you could turn it into a main dish that will stick to your ribs.
Provided by Sara Moulton
Categories Cookstr Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over high heat until hot. Reduce the heat to medium; add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 minute. Stir in the chicken broth and orzo; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until all the liquid has been absorbed and the orzo is tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Stir in the artichoke hearts, olives, dill, lemon zest, and salt and pepper to taste. Cook until the artichokes are heated through, about 1 minute.
MEDITERRANEAN ORZO VEGETABLE PILAF
This pilaf is flavored with white wine and spiced with mediterranean vegetables such as; olives, capers and chickpeas in addition to the regular onion and bell pepper. Makes a wonderful side dish.
Provided by Trisha W
Categories Beans
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a 10 inches skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil, then stir in the uncooked orzo, and green onion.
- Cook, stirring frequently, until the orzo is lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the broth and wine and heat until boiling, then reduce heat, cover and simmer about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the peppers, chickpeas, olives and capers, and cook covered another 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most liquid is absorbed.
- Pour into a bowl and sprinkle with the 2 T of parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 309, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 2.2, Sodium 313.7, Carbohydrate 43.4, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 1.3, Protein 8.9
EASY RICE PILAF WITH PEAS AND CARROTS
Rice pilaf with fluffy basmati rice, warming spices, and aromatics is a delicious way to take plain ol' rice to the next level! Perfect for busy weeknights as it comes together in just 30 minutes!
Provided by Suzy Karadsheh
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Wash the rice very well a few times until the water is clear. You can let it soak in water for about 10 minutes or so while preparing the rest of the ingredients.
- In a large heavy pan with a lid, heat 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes, tossing regularly until softened. Add the peas and carrots. Season with a good pinch of kosher salt. Add the spices and mix to combine. Cook for another 5 minutes or so, tossing regularly until the carrots have softened.
- Drain the rice well and add it to the pan. Toss around to make sure the rice is well-coated with the spices. Pour in 2 ¼ cup of water. And season well with a big dash of kosher salt. Bring to a boil, then turn the heat to low. Cover and cook for 15 to 20 minutes until the rice is cooked through and has absorbed all the liquid.
- Allow the rice about 5 to 10 minutes to rest before serving.
- Serve with the nuts and raisins on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.4 kcal, Carbohydrate 48.1 g, Protein 6.6 g, Fat 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 18.1 mg, Fiber 3.4 g, Sugar 2.8 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving
ORZO PILAF
Make and share this Orzo Pilaf recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Lightly Toasted
Categories Rice
Time 25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Brown orzo and onion in margarine over med-hi heat.
- Add rice, broth and a dash of pepper and salt.
- Bring back to a full boil, then cover, lower heat, and simmer for 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.9, Fat 12.7, SaturatedFat 2.3, Sodium 564.6, Carbohydrate 57.8, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 1.9, Protein 9.1
MEDITERRANEAN ORZO PILAF
This recipe used to be on boxes or Ronzoni Orzo Pasta, I grabbed it off their website, http://ronzoni.newworldpasta.com.
Provided by Linda Hoover
Categories Rice Sides
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. In large skillet over medium heat, melt butter; add RONZONI ORZO. Cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown, about 3 minutes.
- 2. Stir in water, bouillon and seasonings; heat to boiling, stirring to dissolve bouillon. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered 10 minutes.
- 3. Stir in tomato and spinach; cover. Cook 5 minutes or until almost all liquid is absorbed, STIRRING OCCASIONALLY to prevent sticking.
- 4. Stir in olives and feta cheese, if desired. 4 servings (about 1 cup each).
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