Lemon and Herb Rice Pilaf
Why buy expensive packaged rice mixes when you can make your own seasoned herb rice pilaf at home for less money? This lemon rice pilaf is easy to make and uses minimal ingredients!
Servings: 8
Calories: 205kcal
Cost: $3
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- ⅓ onion for ⅓ cup chopped
- 2 cup basmati rice or long-grain white rice
- 2 teaspoon Jamie's Spice Mix or other favorite spice blend
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
- 4 cup water
Instructions
- In a large skillet with a lid, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and rice.2 tablespoon olive oil, ⅓ onion
- Saute until rice the becomes opaque and the onion starts to go clear.2 cup basmati rice
- Stir in the spices and lemon zest.2 teaspoon Jamie's Spice Mix, 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
- Add the water and bring to a slight boil. Cover and reduce the heat. Cook for 20 minutes, covered, until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork, adjust seasonings, and serve.4 cup water
Notes
Nutritional values are approximate and are based on ⅛ of the recipe. Refrigerate leftovers promptly and use within 4 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 205kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 75mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 21IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg