Best Greek Rice For Lovers Of Greek Cuisine Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

GREEK STYLE RICE RECIPE (GREEK PILAF)



Greek Style Rice Recipe (Greek Pilaf) image

This easy Greek style rice is so easy to make and makes the perfect side dish for your greek chicken or souvlaki. With just a handful of ingredients, you can make this restaurant style Greek rice pilaf at home! It is wonderful served hot or allow it to cool and serve it at room temperature as part of a picnic. Or portion it out with some grilled chicken and fresh spinach for your lunch prep!

Provided by Claire | Sprinkle and Sprouts

Categories     Side

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 onion
1 garlic clove
3 tbsp extra virgin oil
1 1/2 cups long grain white rice
1/2 tsp dried oregano
2 lemons
2 1/4 cups vegetable broth
3 tbsp chopped oregano
1 tbsp chopped parsley
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Peel and chop the onion into small chunks then peel and mince the garlic.
  • Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large saute pan/ deep frying pan (Use one you have a lid for)
  • Add in the onions and cook over low heat for 4-5 minutes until soft, Add the garlic and cook for a further minute.
  • Pour in the rice and stir to coat in the olive and onion mixture.
  • Add the zest and juice of one lemon, the dried oregano and then pour in the hot vegetable broth.
  • Bring to a simmer then cover and cook for 15 minutes over low heat.
  • Once the time is done, remove the pan from the heat and leave it covered for 10 minutes.
  • Once this time is done, remove the lid and squeeze over the juice of the remaining lemon.
  • Taste the rice for salt, then garnish with your fresh herbs and finish with extra virgin olive oil and plenty of black pepper and salt if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 kcal, Carbohydrate 43 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GREEK LEMON RICE RECIPE



Greek Lemon Rice Recipe image

Best Greek lemon rice recipe! Loads of flavor from onions, garlic, lemon juice and fresh herbs. Be sure to check out the notes for tips and ideas for what to serve it with.

Provided by The Mediterranean Dish

Categories     Side Dish

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups long grain rice (uncooked)
Early Harvest Greek extra virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, chopped (just over 1 cup chopped onions)
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup orzo pasta
2 lemons, juice of (PLUS zest of 1 lemon)
2 cups low sodium broth (chicken or vegetable broth will work)
Pinch salt
Large handful chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp dill weed (dry dill)

Steps:

  • Wash rice well and then soak it for about 15 to 20 minutes in plenty of cold water (enough to cover the rice by 1 inch). You should be able to easily break a grain of rice by simply placing it between your thumb and index finger. Drain well.
  • Heat about 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large sauce pan with a lid (like this one) until oil is shimmering but not smoking. Add onions and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and orzo pasta. Toss around for a bit until the orzo has gained some color then stir in the rice. Toss to coat.
  • Now add lemon juice and broth. Bring liquid to a rolling boil (it should reduce a little), then turn heat to low. Cover and let cook for about 20 minutes or until rice is done (liquid should be fully absorbed and rice should be tender but not sticky.)
  • Remove rice from heat. For best results, leave it covered and do not disturb rice for about 10 minutes or so.
  • Uncover and stir in parsley, dill weed and lemon zest. If you like, add a few slices of lemon on top for garnish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Sugar 0.5 g, Sodium 53.1 mg, Fat 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 18.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3.3 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

MY MOM'S GREEK LEMON RICE



My Mom's Greek Lemon Rice image

This was the Greek lemon rice that I grew up on. It's simple and flavorful. I hope you all enjoy it.

Provided by BlutoNYC

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ stick butter
2 cups converted long-grain white rice
1 (32 fluid ounce) container chicken broth
½ lemon, juiced
1 teaspoon salt
3 bay leaves

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a pot over low heat. Pour in rice and stir to coat in butter. Let simmer on low heat, stirring occasionally, until toasted but not burnt, about 10 minutes.
  • Pour chicken broth, lemon juice, salt, and bay leaves into rice mixture. Bring to a rapid boil; continue to boil for 5 minutes. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.9 calories, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 579.6 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

GREEK CHICKEN & RICE



Greek Chicken & Rice image

A fresh take on comfort food, Greek chicken and rice is my go-to on busy weeknights and when unexpected company stops by. Boost the health benefits and toss in chopped spinach. -Savannah Lay, Baker City, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 jar (12 ounces) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 jar (12 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, drained and chopped
1/3 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1/3 cup Greek olives, sliced
1 package (8.8 ounces) ready-to-serve brown rice
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with garlic powder and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook and stir until no longer pink, 8-10 minutes. Stir in artichokes, roasted peppers, tomatoes and olives. Cook and stir until heated through, 3-5 minutes., Meanwhile, prepare rice according to package directions. Serve with chicken. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436 calories, Fat 21g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 1008mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

GREEK RICE FOR LOVERS OF GREEK CUISINE



Greek Rice for Lovers of Greek Cuisine image

Feta, Greek olives and herbs- a classic. This is a great side dish for your Greek dinner. It is not overpowering just a great medley of flavors. Try it with souvlaki..you won't be disappointed.

Provided by Chef Decadent1

Categories     Greek

Time 39m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups chicken stock
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup white rice
3 green onions
1 cup tomatoes
1/4 cup black olives
3 ounces feta
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon rosemary
1/4 teaspoon thyme

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken stock, salt, garlic and oil to a boil. Add long-grain white rice; return to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.1, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 18.9, Sodium 635.7, Carbohydrate 37.3, Fiber 2, Sugar 3.4, Protein 8.1

GREEK RICE



Greek Rice image

Make and share this Greek Rice recipe from Food.com.

Provided by RedVinoGirl

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 20m

Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup quick-cooking rice
1 cup water
1 garlic clove (grated)
1 lemon, zest of
3/4 cup marinated artichoke hearts
1/2 cup fresh spinach, chopped
2 tablespoons chives (chopped)
1/2 lemon, juice of
dried oregano
salt, to taste
1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup kalamata olive (stoned and chopped)

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil, add rice, garlic, and artichokes, cook covered for 5 minutes.
  • Add rest of ingredients, let sit, covered, for 5-7 minutes, to heat everything through.
  • Notes: make sure not to leave the top off the pot for too long while adding ingredients. The mixture needs its steam to "cook" the rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.5, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 7.4, Sodium 151.8, Carbohydrate 17.9, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 0.9, Protein 3.4

GREEK RICE



Greek Rice image

My husband is of Greek decent, so I'm always interested in Greek recipes. This dish goes together easily and cooks quickly, plus it costs less than packages rice mixes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons water
1-1/2 teaspoons butter
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon minced fresh mint or 1/4 teaspoon dried mint
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine all of the ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts :

Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »

    #60-minutes-or-less     #time-to-make     #course     #cuisine     #preparation     #healthy     #side-dishes     #greek     #easy     #european     #dietary     #low-cholesterol     #low-in-something     #3-steps-or-less

Related Topics