Best 7 Grecian Rice Recipes

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Grecian rice, a flavorful and aromatic dish, is a staple of Greek cuisine. It is a versatile dish that can be served as a main course or as a side dish. The dish is typically made with rice, vegetables, herbs, and spices, which gives it a unique and delicious flavor. Grecian rice is a popular dish in Greece and is often served at special occasions such as weddings and baptisms. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice and vegetables, and it makes a delicious and healthy meal. The dish can be easily customized to suit your own taste preferences, making it a great option for those who are looking for a new and exciting way to prepare rice.

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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

GREEK LEMON RICE RECIPE



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Best Greek lemon rice recipe! Loads of flavor from onions, garlic, lemon juice and fresh herbs. Be sure to check out the notes for tips and ideas for what to serve it with.

Provided by The Mediterranean Dish

Categories     Side Dish

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups long grain rice (uncooked)
Early Harvest Greek extra virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, chopped (just over 1 cup chopped onions)
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup orzo pasta
2 lemons, juice of (PLUS zest of 1 lemon)
2 cups low sodium broth (chicken or vegetable broth will work)
Pinch salt
Large handful chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp dill weed (dry dill)

Steps:

  • Wash rice well and then soak it for about 15 to 20 minutes in plenty of cold water (enough to cover the rice by 1 inch). You should be able to easily break a grain of rice by simply placing it between your thumb and index finger. Drain well.
  • Heat about 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large sauce pan with a lid (like this one) until oil is shimmering but not smoking. Add onions and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and orzo pasta. Toss around for a bit until the orzo has gained some color then stir in the rice. Toss to coat.
  • Now add lemon juice and broth. Bring liquid to a rolling boil (it should reduce a little), then turn heat to low. Cover and let cook for about 20 minutes or until rice is done (liquid should be fully absorbed and rice should be tender but not sticky.)
  • Remove rice from heat. For best results, leave it covered and do not disturb rice for about 10 minutes or so.
  • Uncover and stir in parsley, dill weed and lemon zest. If you like, add a few slices of lemon on top for garnish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Sugar 0.5 g, Sodium 53.1 mg, Fat 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 18.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3.3 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

GRECIAN RICE



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Another favorite from "Culinary Journey to the Mediterranean" cookbook. Very flavorful rice dish. The feta melts and makes it nice and moist.

Provided by heidi

Categories     Rice

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1 1/2 cups long grain rice, uncooked
1 (13 3/4 ounce) can chicken broth or 1 (13 3/4 ounce) can vegetable broth
3/4 cup water
6 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1/2-1 tablespoon freshly grated pepper
2 teaspoons dried oregano or 2 teaspoons of fresh mint

Steps:

  • Heat oil in medium saucepan. Add onion; cook and stir 3 to 4 minutes or until tender. Add rice; cook and stir 1 minute.
  • Stir in broth and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover. Simmer 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  • While rice is cooking, mix pepper in with the feta cheese.
  • Stir cheese and oregano into the rice. Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487.4, Fat 20.9, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 40.1, Sodium 836.4, Carbohydrate 59.9, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 2.8, Protein 13.7

GREEK RICE



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My husband is of Greek decent, so I'm always interested in Greek recipes. This dish goes together easily and cooks quickly, plus it costs less than packages rice mixes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons water
1-1/2 teaspoons butter
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon minced fresh mint or 1/4 teaspoon dried mint
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine all of the ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY GREEK RICE



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Make and share this Easy Greek Rice recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kute_Honey

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 36m

Yield 6 bowls, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion (finely chipped)
2 garlic cloves
1 large carrot (grated)
1 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon lemon juice
3 tablespoons fresh parsley
1 1/2 cups rice (minute rice)

Steps:

  • In a pan over medium heat, fry the onions in the oil for 2 to 3 minutes, until golden.
  • Mix in the grated carrot and stir for another 2 minutes.
  • Incorporate the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Stir in the lemon juice and rice.
  • Cover, remove from heat and set aside for 10-15 minutes.
  • Enjoy this easy rice recipe with Greek style!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.2, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 135.5, Carbohydrate 42.8, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 1.8, Protein 4.5

GRECIAN RICE



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Made with crumbled feta and dried oregano leaves, this Grecian Rice is an easy way to up your rice side dish game!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings, about 2/3 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 Tbsp. olive oil
1/3 cup finely chopped onions
1-1/2 cups long-grain white rice, uncooked
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) chicken broth
3/4 cup water
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tsp. dried oregano leaves
1/2 tsp. black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in medium saucepan on medium-high heat. Add onions; cook and stir 3 to 4 min. or until crisp-tender. Add rice; cook and stir 1 min.
  • Stir in broth and water. Bring to boil; cover. Simmer on low heat 15 min. or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  • Add cheese, oregano and pepper; mix lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 260 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

GREEK SPINACH RICE (SPANAKORIZO)



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With tons of fresh herb flavor, this Greek spinach rice is a simple dish with complex flavors. Serve as a side dish with grilled chicken, lamb, or stew, or by itself as a vegetarian main course. The fresh squeeze of lemon juice and feta crumble are critical to the taste - don't leave them out!

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Rice Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

¼ cup olive oil
1 ½ cups medium-grain white rice
2 teaspoons large-grain kosher salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced
½ cup packed finely chopped fresh dill
½ cup packed finely chopped fresh mint leaves
1 pound frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 ¾ cups cold water, or more as needed
kosher salt to taste
3 medium lemons, cut in half
¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons pickled red onions, or to taste
1 pinch hot chili flakes, or to taste
1 drizzle olive oil

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add rice and stir until every grain is coated in oil and you hear it start to sizzle. Stir in 2 teaspoons salt, pepper, cayenne, and green onions and cook for about 1 minute.
  • Add dill, mint, spinach, and 2 3/4 cups water. Mix until thoroughly combined and bring to a simmer.
  • Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until rice is tender, about 25 minutes. If rice is not quite ready at 25 minutes, add a splash of water, cover, and continue to cook until it is ready.
  • Uncover and stir well. Cover again and let sit for 5 minutes. Taste and adjust salt if necessary.
  • Divide rice mixture evenly into six bowls. Squeeze ½ lemon over each serving, then top with feta cheese, pickled onions, chili flakes, and a drizzle of olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.7 calories, Carbohydrate 51.1 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 917.6 mg

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the final dish will be. Use fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices, and choose high-quality rice.
  • Cook the rice properly. Follow the instructions on the package of rice you are using. If you are unsure how to cook rice, there are many resources available online and in cookbooks.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. When cooking the rice, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the rice from cooking evenly.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. When making Grecian rice, use a variety of vegetables to add flavor and texture. Some good choices include tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, peppers, and zucchini.
  • Season the rice to taste. Once the rice is cooked, season it to taste with salt, pepper, and other desired seasonings.
  • Serve the rice warm or cold. Grecian rice can be served warm or cold. It is a great side dish for grilled meats or fish, or it can be used as a main course.

Conclusion:

Grecian rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It is a healthy and affordable meal that is perfect for any occasion. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a Grecian rice recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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