Ingredients
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To whip up this zesty Lemon Rice Side Dish Y, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth (or water)
- 1 medium lemon (zested and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Optional: 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts for crunch
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water to remove excess starch.
- In a saucepan, combine rinsed rice and vegetable broth; bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 15-18 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff rice and mix in olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- Fold in parsley and pine nuts if desired; serve warm.
Notes
- For best results, use long-grain white rice.
- Can be served as a side dish or a light main course.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian