Lemon Herb Basmati Rice

INFO

Servings: 2–3 servings
Prep Time: 5–10 minutes
Cook Time: 19–21 minutes
Total Time: ~30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup basmati rice
• 1 ¾ cups water (or broth for more flavor)
• 1–2 tsp olive oil or butter
• 1–2 Tbsp lemon juice (fresh is best)
• ½ tsp lemon zest (optional but amazing)
• ¼–½ tsp dried oregano
• ¼–½ tsp dried parsley or basil
• Black pepper to taste
• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Rinse the rice until the water runs mostly clear.
2. In a pot, combine the rice, water or broth, and a pinch of salt.
3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 14–16 minutes until fluffy.
4. Turn off heat and let sit (covered) for 5 minutes.
5. Fluff with a fork and stir in the olive oil or butter, lemon juice, (optional) lemon zest, oregano, parsley or basil, and black pepper.
6. Taste and add a little extra lemon or salt if needed.

Additional Information

Optional Add-Ins:

• 1 finely chopped garlic clove sautéed in butter first.
• A handful of chopped fresh parsley if you have it.
• A small splash of broth or white wine stirred in after cooking for richness.