Best 10 Baked Lemon Rice Pilaf Recipes

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Explore the tantalizing world of flavors with our curated collection of baked lemon rice pilaf recipes. Embark on a culinary journey as we present a symphony of flavors that will elevate your taste buds. From classic family favorites to innovative gourmet creations, discover the perfect recipe to suit your palate and cooking preferences. Let the zesty tang of lemon harmonize with the nutty aroma of rice, creating a delectable dish that will impress your family and friends. Step into the kitchen and unleash your inner chef as we guide you through the art of crafting the perfect baked lemon rice pilaf.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON RICE PILAF



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Make and share this Lemon Rice Pilaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     White Rice

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons butter
3 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
2 carrots, pared and shredded
1 1/3 cups uncooked long-grain rice (brown rice does not work in this recipe)
3 cups chicken broth
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
3/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Melt butter in sauce pan with tight fitting lid.
  • Add garlic and carrots; cook, stirring frequently until carrots begin to color, about 5 minutes.
  • Add rice; stir.
  • Add broth, zest and salt.
  • Bring to a boil and simmer covered, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove garlic and fluff rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347, Fat 10.2, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 22.9, Sodium 1096.6, Carbohydrate 53.8, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 2.1, Protein 8.6

LEMON RICE PILAF



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Lemon Rice Pilaf is so fluffy, flavorful, and delicious. This easy recipe simmers white rice with onions, broth, and lots of lemon for a perfect foundation under juicy chicken kabobs, gyros, or shrimp skewers.

Provided by Meggan Hill

Categories     Side Dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil (or clarified butter)
1 cup onion (minced (about 1/2 medium))
1 cup white rice (long-grain, jasmine, or basmati (see note 1))
1 clove garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon lemon zest ((see note 2))
1 tablespoon lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
1 cup chicken broth ( or vegetable broth)
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon Salt

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, heat clarified butter or olive oil until shimmering. Add onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in rice and cook, stirring frequently, until rice is lightly browned, about 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic and lemon zest until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add lemon juice, broth, bay leaf, and salt, and bring to boil.
  • Cover, reduce heat, and cook until rice is tender and all the liquid has been absorbed, about 15 to 17 minutes. Remove bay leaf and fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 kcal, ServingSize 1 cup, Carbohydrate 42 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Sodium 510 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g

EASY LEMON RICE PILAF



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This creamy rice dish is the perfect side choice for fish. The subtle lemon and creamy Parmesan give it a robust and memorable flavor. Double delicious when used with jasmine rice! Guaranteed you'll be asked to make it again and again!

Provided by LemonLush

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Pilaf

Time 48m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large egg yolks
¼ cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest, or to taste
2 tablespoons butter
1 ½ cups uncooked jasmine rice
3 cups chicken broth
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Combine egg yolks, cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a bowl; whisk thoroughly.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add rice; cook, stirring constantly, until opaque, 3 to 4 minutes. Add chicken broth; stir quickly. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Fold lemon-cream mixture into the rice; mix well. Stir in Parmesan cheese and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.9 calories, Carbohydrate 40.2 g, Cholesterol 98 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 667.6 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

LEMON RICE PILAF



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No need to buy premade pilaf mix when you can easily make your own in 20 minutes. The lemon zest adds a welcome burst of tang. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup uncooked jasmine or long grain white rice
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup thinly sliced green onions
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add celery and onions; cook until tender. Add rice, lemon zest, salt and pepper; toss lightly. Cook until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 454mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BASMATI PILAFF



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Gordon Ramsay brings you an oven-baked rice pilaff, perfect for making ahead and to serve with his Stir fry of duck

Provided by Gordon Ramsay

Categories     Dinner, Side dish

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 10

500g basmati rice
100g butter
1large onion , finely chopped
1large sprig fresh thyme
2 bay leaves
2 cinnamon sticks
8 cardamom pods , split open
3 cloves
4-6 thinly pared strips lemon zest
1l boiling chicken stock or water

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to fan 160C/conventional 180C/gas 4. You will need a medium casserole with a lid. Rinse the rice well in a large bowl of water, then drain.
  • Melt two-thirds of the butter in the casserole and sauté the onion for about 5 minutes. Add the rice, stir well, then add the herbs, whole spices and lemon zest and cook for a minute. Now pour in the boiling stock or water and mix into the rice, along with 1½ tsp sea salt and ground black pepper to taste.
  • Cover and bake for 25 minutes. Leave to stand for 5 minutes, then remove the lid and fork through the remaining butter until the rice is fluffy and separated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 11 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 52 grams carbohydrates, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.65 milligram of sodium

MY MOM'S GREEK LEMON RICE



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This was the Greek lemon rice that I grew up on. It's simple and flavorful. I hope you all enjoy it.

Provided by BlutoNYC

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ stick butter
2 cups converted long-grain white rice
1 (32 fluid ounce) container chicken broth
½ lemon, juiced
1 teaspoon salt
3 bay leaves

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a pot over low heat. Pour in rice and stir to coat in butter. Let simmer on low heat, stirring occasionally, until toasted but not burnt, about 10 minutes.
  • Pour chicken broth, lemon juice, salt, and bay leaves into rice mixture. Bring to a rapid boil; continue to boil for 5 minutes. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.9 calories, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 579.6 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

BAKED LEMON RICE PILAF



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Make and share this Baked Lemon Rice Pilaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by QueenJellyBean

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 1/2 cups chicken broth (36 oz) or 4 1/2 cups vegetable stock (36 oz)
3 tablespoons butter
1 cup onion, diced
2 1/2 cups long grain rice, uncooked
2 lemons, juice and zest of, finely zested
3 bay leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Heat stock, bringing to boil and then down to simmer.
  • Melt the butter in a large non stick skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook for 2 minutes or until the onion is softened. Add the rice and stir to coat the rice with butter. Cook 3 minutes stirring often so that the rice does not burn.
  • Transfer rice to large baking dish. Pour in hot stock. Stir in lemon juice, zest, bay leaves, salt and pepper.
  • Cover pan tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
  • Fluff the rice just before serving and garnish with lemon slices and sliced green onion if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.4, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 357.5, Carbohydrate 33.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.1, Protein 4.8

WILD RICE PILAF WITH NUTS AND LEMON



Wild Rice Pilaf with Nuts and Lemon image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h8m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup pine nuts
1 clove garlic, minced
1 long strip lemon zest
3 sprigs fresh thyme
1 cup wild rice, preferably whole not broken
4 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
1 bunch scallions (white and green parts), thinly sliced (3/4 cup)
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the pine nuts, garlic, zest, and thyme, swirl the pan until the nuts and garlic are beginning to brown, about 2 minutes. Add the wild rice and cook stirring with a wooden spoon until lightly toasted, about 3 more minutes. Stir in the chicken broth and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a rapid simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 45 minutes to 1 hour. Check the texture of the rice, and continue simmering until tender, if needed. Add more liquid as needed, another 10 to 15 minutes. (Note: The rice should only just begin to crack when done. If it begins to curl it is overcooked. There are numerous varieties of varying qualities, which affect cooking times greatly.) Remove from the heat, scatter the scallions over the surface and fluff with a fork, remove the herb sprigs and lemon zest before serving. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calorie, Fat 11 grams, SaturatedFat 1.5 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 1047 milligrams, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fiber 3.5 grams, Protein 13 grams, Sugar 2 grams

BAKED RICE PILAF



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I'm always in search of inexpensive yet delicious dishes to serve at potlucks. This fluffy rice pilaf recipe tastes as good as it looks. -Sheree Feero, Golden, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-3/4 cups water
1 cup shredded carrot
1 cup chopped celery
3/4 cup uncooked long grain rice
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules

Steps:

  • In an ungreased 8-in. square baking dish, combine all the ingredients. Cover and bake at 375° for 40-45 minutes or until rice is tender, stirring after 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 6g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 108mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

INSTANT POT LEMON RICE PILAF



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Categories     Side

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cups long grain rice
1 3/4 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
Fresh parsley, chopped optional

Steps:

  • Using the saute feature on your instant pot, melt your butter and saute garlic and chopped onion in the butter until the garlic begins to turn a golden brown and onions become translucent (about 5 minutes).
  • Add rice and continue stirring until rice is coated in butter and begins to turn clear.
  • Add chicken broth, lemon juice, and salt, and stir it until mixed.
  • Place your lid on and set it to sealing.
  • Use your "rice" setting, or set it manually, for 12 minutes.
  • Let it release naturally for 10 minutes after your 12 minutes is up.
  • After 10 minutes, do a quick release (there shouldn't be much steam left).
  • Stir in your fresh parsley, and top with more lemon juice as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 784 kcal, Fat 28 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 4257 mg, Carbohydrate 116 g, Sugar 7 g, Protein 14 mg

Tips:

  • To achieve the perfect texture for your rice pilaf, it's crucial to use the right ratio of liquid to rice. For long-grain rice, the ideal ratio is 1:1.5 (1 cup of rice to 1.5 cups of liquid). For short-grain rice, the ratio should be 1:1.25 (1 cup of rice to 1.25 cups of liquid).
  • For a more flavorful rice pilaf, sauté the rice in butter or oil before adding the liquid. This step helps to release the natural flavors of the rice and adds a nutty aroma.
  • Feel free to experiment with different types of rice, such as basmati, jasmine, or wild rice, to create unique flavor variations.
  • Enhance the flavor of your rice pilaf by adding various ingredients like vegetables, nuts, dried fruits, or herbs.
  • If you're short on time, you can cook rice pilaf in a rice cooker or instant pot. Just be sure to adjust the liquid ratio accordingly.

Conclusion:

Baked lemon rice pilaf is a versatile and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or side dish. With its zesty lemon flavor and fluffy texture, it's a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or fish dishes. Whether you follow the classic recipe or experiment with different ingredients, this dish is sure to impress your taste buds. So, get creative and enjoy the deliciousness of baked lemon rice pilaf!

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