Mediterranean Diet Greek Rice

Elevate your weeknight meals with this Mediterranean Diet Greek Rice, a vibrant and flavorful dish that embodies the essence of Greek cuisine. This easy recipe features fluffy long-grain white rice infused with zesty lemon, aromatic fresh dill and parsley, and a savory vegetable broth base. Tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, briny kalamata olives, and creamy crumbled feta cheese, this dish strikes the perfect balance of bright, tangy, and savory flavors. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, it’s ideal as a wholesome side dish or a satisfying light main course. Bursting with fresh, healthy ingredients, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe is a go-to for anyone seeking a simple yet impressive dish that’s as nourishing as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh dill
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup, sliced kalamata olives
• 0.5 cup, crumbled feta cheese

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the rice to the pan and stir well to coat the grains in the oil and onion mixture.

Step 4

Pour in the vegetable broth, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 5

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the rice simmer for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 6

Remove the pan from the heat and let it stand for 5 minutes with the lid on to finish steaming.

Step 7

Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the fresh dill, parsley, lemon juice, cherry tomatoes, and kalamata olives.

Step 8

Transfer the rice to a serving dish and sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish or a light main course, accompanied by more lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1539.8 grams (1539.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1512

Total Fat 81.70g	105%
Saturated Fat 19.60g	98%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.20g
Cholesterol 67mg	22%
Sodium 6343mg	276%
Total Carbohydrate 163.00g	59%
Dietary Fiber 22.90g	82%
Total Sugars 20.10g
Protein 35.00g	70%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 707mg	54%
Iron 13mg	73%
Potassium 2119mg	45%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.1%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 42.7%