Lemon Basmati Rice

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Lemon basmati rice is a delicious and easy side dish that goes great with fish!

Submitted by Ainsley_
Updated on August 13, 2024
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons canola oil

  • 1 cup basmati rice, rinsed

  • 1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, minced

  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced

  • 2 cups chicken broth

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a pot over medium heat; add rice, ginger, and lemon zest and cook about 1 minute. Add lemon juice and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Cover the pot; simmer until liquid absorbed and rice tender, 18 to 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

194 Calories
3g Fat
40g Carbs
4g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 194
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3g 4%
Saturated Fat 0g 2%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 40g 15%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 4g 8%
Vitamin C 22mg 24%
Calcium 21mg 2%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 52mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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