Lemon Brown Rice Recipe
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Description
Lemon brown rice is a tangy and healthy side dish that pairs well with a variety of main dishes. This recipe combines the nutty flavor of brown rice with the bright and refreshing taste of lemon juice and zest. It's a perfect side dish for those who love to experiment with their food and try new flavors.Prep Time
The prep time for this recipe is about 10 minutes.Cook Time
The cook time for this recipe is around 35-40 minutes.Ingredients
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Equipment
- Pot with a lid
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cutting board and knife
- Grater or zester
- Bowl for mixing
Method
- Rinse the brown rice in a fine mesh strainer and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the rinsed rice to the pot and stir to coat with the garlic and oil.
- Add the water, salt, and black pepper to the pot and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid. Let the rice simmer for 35-40 minutes or until all the water has been absorbed.
- Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes with the lid on.
- In a bowl, mix together the lemon juice and zest.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and add the lemon juice and zest mixture. Stir until well combined.
- Add the chopped parsley and stir again.
- Serve the lemon brown rice hot as a side dish.
Notes
- If you like your rice more lemony, you can add more lemon juice and zest to the recipe.
- You can also add other herbs like thyme or rosemary to the recipe for added flavor.
- If you want to make this recipe vegan, you can substitute the butter for olive oil or vegan butter.
Nutrition Info
This recipe makes 4 servings. Each serving contains:
- Calories: 165
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 0g
Recipe Tips
- Make sure to rinse the rice before cooking to remove any excess starch.
- When simmering the rice, make sure to keep the lid on the pot to prevent any steam from escaping.
- After cooking, let the rice sit for 5 minutes with the lid on to allow it to absorb any remaining moisture.
- For added flavor, you can use vegetable or chicken broth instead of water when cooking the rice.
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