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Zesty Buttery Lemon Rosemary Rice with sauteed onion and garlic is a flavorful side dish for any meal
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Lemon Garlic Rosemary Rice

Lemon Garlic Rosemary Rice with butter and onion is a flavorful unique side dish for any main entree.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Side Dishes & Snacks
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 161kcal
Author: Julia

Ingredients

  • 2 cups white rice soaked
  • 1 Tbsp avocado oil
  • 2 Tbsp ghee or butter
  • 1 cup yellow onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 1/2 cups water or chicken broth
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary

Instructions

  • Place rice in a large bowl and cover with 2 inches of water. Allow rice to soak at least 15 minutes, preferably an hour (up to overnight). When you’re ready to cook, drain the water from the rice.
  • Heat the avocado oil and ghee in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and saute, stirring occasionally, until onion begins to sweat, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Pour in the rice and continue sauteeing, stirring constantly, until rice barely begins to brown, about 3 minutes.
  • Add in the remaining ingredients, cover, and bring to a full boil.
  • Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook, covered, until rice has cooked through, about 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Remove rice from the heat and remove the cover. Fluff rice with a fork, then replace the cover and allow it to sit another 5 to 10 minutes undisturbed.
  • Serve alongside your favorite main entrée.

Nutrition

Serving: 1of 8 | Calories: 161kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g