Best Lemon Rice W Peas Green Onions Recipes

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LEMON RICE WITH PEAS



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This lemon rice with peas makes the perfect side dish for any meal! Don't love peas? Make it your own by mixing in your favorite vegetables.

Provided by ReaLemon/ReaLime

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     ReaLemon/ReaLime

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ cups uncooked long grain rice
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons margarine
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
1 ¼ cups water
¼ cup ReaLemon® lemon juice from concentrate
¼ teaspoon pepper
¾ cup frozen peas
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook and stir rice and thyme in hot margarine in medium-sized saucepan 5 minutes or until rice is lightly golden. Carefully stir in both, water, ReaLemon®, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15 to 18 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in peas. Cover and let stand 5 minutes. Sprinkle with almonds. Optional: Top with garnish for added color.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.6 calories, Carbohydrate 40.4 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 356.4 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

LEMON RICE PILAF



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No need to buy premade pilaf mix when you can easily make your own in 20 minutes. The lemon zest adds a welcome burst of tang. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup uncooked jasmine or long grain white rice
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup thinly sliced green onions
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add celery and onions; cook until tender. Add rice, lemon zest, salt and pepper; toss lightly. Cook until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 454mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LEMON RISOTTO WITH PEAS



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Lemon adds a refreshing taste to this lovely risotto dish that's perfect for spring. Sue Dannahower of Fort Pierce, Florida sent us this easy side that's festively sprinkled with baby peas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 to 4-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 shallots, finely chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1-1/2 cups uncooked arborio rice
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup white wine or additional reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, heat broth and keep warm. In a large nonstick skillet, saute shallots in butter for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add the rice, thyme and pepper; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. Stir in wine and lemon juice. Cook and stir until all of the liquid is absorbed. , Stir in heated broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly. Allow liquid to absorb between additions. Cook just until risotto is creamy and rice is almost tender. Total cooking time is about 20 minutes. Add the peas, cheese and lemon zest; cook and stir until heated through. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 440mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ZESTY LEMON RICE



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Delicious and whole ingredients - great lemon flavor, but not overbearing. I skipped the dill (didn't have) and olive oil, and it was still fluffy and flavorful

Provided by Erin

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 green onions, chopped, white and green parts separated
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 cup long grain rice
¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
1 cup 2% milk
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • Melt butter and oil together in a nonstick pan over medium heat. Add white parts of green onions and cook for 1 minute. Stir in garlic and lemon zest. Cook and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add rice. Season with turmeric, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir for 1 minute.
  • Stir vegetable broth, milk, and lemon juice into the pan with the rice mixture and bring to a boil, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover the pan, and cook until liquid has evaporated, 18 to 20 minutes.
  • Remove pan from heat. Fluff rice using a fork and adjust seasonings accordingly. Garnish with green parts of green onions and chopped dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.1 calories, Carbohydrate 43.4 g, Cholesterol 20.1 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 160.8 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

JASMINE RICE WITH GREEN ONIONS, PEAS, AND LEMON



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Categories     Citrus     Rice     Side     Pea     Spring     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 3/4 cups water
1 1/4 cups jasmine rice, rinsed well, drained, or long-grain white rice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shelled fresh or frozen peas
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
6 green onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel

Steps:

  • Combine 1 3/4 cups water, rice, and salt in large saucepan. Bring to boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook until rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat. Let stand covered 15 minutes. Fluff with fork. Cool.
  • Cook peas in medium saucepan of boiling salted water 1 minute. Drain. Rinse under cold water. Drain.
  • Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add all but 2 tablespoons green onions; sauté 30 seconds. Add rice and sauté until heated through, stirring to break pieces, about 4 minutes. Add peas, lemon juice, parsley, and lemon peel. Sauté 2 minutes to blend flavors. Transfer to serving bowl. Sprinkle with remaining green onions.

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