Description
Easy Greek Rice is a vibrant dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine in every bite. This delightful recipe features fluffy long-grain rice, infused with zesty lemon juice and aromatic herbs, harmoniously combined with the briny flavors of Kalamata olives and creamy feta cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings, Easy Greek Rice can be served on its own as a satisfying main course or as a flavorful side dish. Customizable with your favorite vegetables or proteins, this dish caters to various dietary preferences while delivering a burst of sunshine and flavor. Follow this simple recipe for an impressive meal that will transport you straight to the sun-soaked shores of Greece.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain rice (basmati or jasmine)
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse rice under cold water until clear; set aside.
- In a medium pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in rinsed rice, mixing well with aromatics.
- Add broth, diced tomatoes, olives, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Remove from heat and fluff with a fork. Stir in feta cheese and garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg