Description
A refreshing and flavorful Lemon Feta Basil Rice recipe that combines the zing of lemon, the creaminess of feta cheese, and the freshness of basil with fluffy cooked rice. This dish is a perfect side or main course that is easy to make and bursting with Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
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Rice:
- 3 cups cooked rice (or grains, any kind)
Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (one whole lemon)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1/3 cup fresh basil (hand torn or chiffonade)
Instructions
- Cook Rice: Prepare the rice using your preferred method.
- Prepare Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Combine Rice and Dressing: Once the rice is cooked, add it to the bowl with the dressing. Stir to combine and break up the rice.
- Emulsify Dressing: Whisk the lemon juice and olive oil again if separation occurs before adding the rice.
- Add Feta Cheese: While the rice is hot, add the feta cheese. Stir to distribute, ensuring any large chunks are crumbled.
- Include Basil: Tear or thinly slice the basil leaves and add them to the rice. Toss to combine.
- Serve: Serve the Lemon Feta Basil Rice warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
