Lemon Dill Rice Recipe

Fluffy, bright, and full of citrus-herb flavor, this Lemon Dill Rice Recipe is a quick Mediterranean side that transforms plain rice into something unforgettable.

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 15

Resting Time: 5

Total Time: 25

Servings: servings

Calories: 230kcal

Cost: $4

Equipment

1 Heavy-bottomed saucepan For even cooking and to prevent sticking or burning
1 Fine-mesh strainer To rinse the rice thoroughly and remove excess starch
1 Microplane grater Ideal for finely zesting the lemon
1 Wooden spoon or silicone spatula For gently stirring and fluffing rice without breaking the grains

Ingredients

1 cup basmati rice or jasmine rice
2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth for vegan option
3 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
1 tablespoon lemon zest fresh
2 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoon fresh dill or 1 tablespoon dried dill weed
2 cloves garlic minced
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoon butter optional, for richness
lemon wedges for garnish (optional)
crumbled feta optional garnish
extra dill sprigs for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Rinse rice under cold water until clear.
Sauté garlic in olive oil for 30 seconds.
Add rice and toast for 1–2 minutes.
Add broth, lemon juice, zest, and salt.
Bring to boil, cover, and simmer 15 minutes.
Let rice rest covered for 5 minutes.
Fluff with fork, stir in dill and butter.
Season with pepper and more salt if needed.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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