Description
Lemon Dill Rice combines the zesty flavors of lemon and fresh dill with fluffy jasmine rice. Perfect for quick dinners and healthy meals, this easy recipe boasts irresistible taste without the fuss.
Ingredients
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- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup diced shallot
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
- zest of a lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1–2 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the shallot and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Stir in the jasmine rice, garlic powder, and salt, toasting the rice for 30-60 seconds.
- Add the chicken broth and lemon zest, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 15-20 minutes.
- Once cooked, remove the saucepan from heat and let it stand covered for another 5-10 minutes. Remove the lid and mix in the lemon juice and dill. Adjust seasoning with salt if necessary.
Notes
Fresh dill can be substituted with dry dill, but adjust the quantity as dry herbs are more concentrated.
Using vegetable broth makes this dish vegetarian-friendly.
For added flavor, consider garnishing with extra lemon zest before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg