Fresh Lemon Rice
You can never have too many side dish recipes, so give Fresh Lemon Rice a try. Watching your figure? This gluten free, fodmap friendly, and vegetarian recipe has 266 calories, 5g of protein, and 5g of fat per serving. This recipe covers 5% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe serves 6. 1 person found this recipe to be flavorful and satisfying. A mixture of basmati rice, extravirgin olive oil, cilantro, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so delicious. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 45 minutes.
Instructions
Combine first 3 ingredients in a large saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
Remove pan from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
Heat oil and butter in a small skillet over medium-high heat until butter melts.
Add mustard seeds to pan; cook 2 minutes or until seeds begin to pop. Scrape seed mixture into rice mixture using a rubber spatula.
Add 3 tablespoons cilantro, lemon rind, and lemon juice to rice; stir well.
Garnish with cilantro sprigs, if desired.