Citrus Rice
This zesty Citrus Rice recipe is a quick and easy, versatile, flavorful, and budget-friendly side dish that pairs with just about everything. It stores well, reheats easily, and is great for meal prep, too.
Servings 4
Calories 224kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs optional
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, warm up the olive oil (or butter if that’s your jam) over medium heat. Add the rice and give it a quick stir for a minute or two until it starts to smell a little nutty and looks lightly toasted.1 tablespoon olive oil , 1 cup long-grain white rice
- Stir in the chicken broth, zest, juices, salt, and pepper.2 cups low-sodium chicken, 1 teaspoon orange zest, 1 teaspoon lime zest, 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Bring it to a gentle boil, then drop the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for about 18–20 minutes, or until all the liquid is soaked up.
- Take it off the heat and let it sit—still covered—for 5 minutes to finish steaming. Then fluff it with a fork and stir in some chopped fresh herbs, if desired. Taste and adjust the salt and pepper as needed.2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs
- Serve it up warm with your favorite main dish. It’s the perfect zesty little side to brighten up any plate!
Nutrition
Calories: 224kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 329mg | Potassium: 179mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 22IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg
