How To Make Lemony Mushroom & Herb Rice
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 cups of white rice
- 4 cups of vegetable broth
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 8 ounces of mushrooms, sliced
- 1 tablespoon of fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon of fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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In a medium-sized pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
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Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and become tender.
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Add the white rice, vegetable broth, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the pot. Season with salt and pepper.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
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Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and stir in the fresh thyme leaves and chopped parsley.
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Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
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Serve the lemony mushroom & herb rice as a savory and flavorful side dish or as a main course.
Nutrition
- Calories : 250kcal
- Total Fat : 6g
- Saturated Fat : 1g
- Cholesterol : 0mg
- Sodium : 800mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 45g
- Dietary Fiber : 3g
- Sugar : 2g
- Protein : 5g
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