Best 7 Lemony Brown Rice Pilaf Recipes

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Are you looking for a flavorful and healthy side dish that can complement any main course? Lemony brown rice pilaf is the perfect choice. This dish combines the nutty flavor of brown rice with the bright, citrusy taste of lemon, creating a tantalizing culinary experience. With its fluffy texture and vibrant color, lemony brown rice pilaf will elevate any meal. Whether you're cooking for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this versatile dish is sure to impress. So, gather your ingredients and let's embark on a delightful culinary journey to create the best lemony brown rice pilaf.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

LEMONY RICE PILAF



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This takes plain ol' rice to a new level. Goes particularly well with chicken. If you don't use chicken stock, this side dish is vegetarian/vegan.

Provided by Lennie

Categories     White Rice

Time 35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon vegetable oil, preferably canola oil
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 1/2 cups long grain white rice
3 cups chicken stock (vegetable stock makes this vegetarian/vegan)
1 grated lemon, rind of
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 cup coarsely chopped flat-leaf Italian parsley
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a heavy saucepan, heat oil over mediumheat and cook onion for 5 minutes, or until softened.
  • Stir in rice, then stock, and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and cover; let simmer for 20 minutes, or until rice is tender.
  • Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and parsley; taste and add pepper if you wish.
  • Note: this reheats very well so don't fret if this makes too much for your family.

LEMONY BROWN RICE PILAF



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Make and share this Lemony Brown Rice Pilaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Gingernut

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 tablespoons butter (or a little less if you are diet-conscious)
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup long grain brown rice
2 cups chicken stock (heated)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 -2 teaspoon lemon zest, finely minced
additional lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a heavy saucepan, saute onion in about half of the butter until soft.
  • Add additional butter and allow to melt. Stir in rice and cook two minutes, stirring to coat rice with butter.
  • Add chicken stock and 2 T lemon juice. Bring to a boil, cover TIGHTLY*, turn heat low, and simmer 50 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Remove from heat and add lemon zest and additional lemon juice to taste.
  • *TIP: if your pot lids aren't very tight, you can put a few layers of grease-proof paper or a clean tea-towel over the pot and jam the lid on over it.

RICE PILAF



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt plus 2 pinches
2 cups long-grain white rice
1 pinch saffron, steeped in 1/4 cup hot but not boiling water
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 1-by-2-inch strip orange zest
2 bay leaves
1/2 cup peas, fresh or frozen
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup pistachios, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350.
  • Melt the butter in a 3-quart saucier over medium heat.
  • Stir in the onion, bell pepper and 2 pinches of salt.
  • Decrease the heat to low and sweat until the onion is translucent and aromatic but not browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Increase the heat to medium and add the rice. Cook, stirring frequently, until you smell nuts, another 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add the saffron and its water, the broth, orange zest, bay leaves and the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Increase the heat and bring to a boil.
  • OK, now the weird part: Thoroughly wet a clean towel, kill the heat, scatter the peas on top of the rice, then place the towel across the top of the saucier. Top with the lid, then fold the towel corners up over the lid.
  • Transfer the saucier (towel and all) to the oven and bake 15 minutes.
  • Remove and rest at room temperature for 15 more minutes without opening the lid.
  • Fish out the orange zest and bay leaves. Turn the pilaf out onto a platter, fluff with a large fork and garnish with the raisins and pistachios. Serve family-style, right in the middle of the table.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calorie, Fat 5 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 5 milligrams, Sodium 524 milligrams, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fiber 1.5 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 5 grams

BASIC LONG-GRAIN BROWN RICE PILAF



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings (2 1/2 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup long grain brown rice (about 6 1/2 ounces)
1 (2-inch) strip fresh lemon peel
2 1/2 cups water, or vegetable broth, low sodium canned or homemade
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the butter in a medium saucepan with a tight fitting lid, over medium heat. Add the rice and lemon peel and cook, stirring, until slightly toasted, about 2 minutes. Stir in the water and add salt to taste, bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until all the water has been absorbed by the rice, about 45 minutes. Please don't lift the lid to give a peek or stir or the rice will not cook evenly.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 10 minutes?{once again, no peeking. Fluff with a fork, season with salt and pepper and serve.

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

LEMONY MUSHROOM PILAF



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If you're after a lighter alternative to risotto, this low-fat mushroom pilaf is just the ticket

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

500ml vegetable stock
1 onion , sliced
300g mixed mushrooms , sliced
2 garlic cloves , crushed
200g mixed basmati rice and wild rice
zest and juice 1 lemon
small bunch snipped chives
6 tbsp light soft cheese with garlic and herbs

Steps:

  • Put 2 tbsp of the stock in a non-stick pan, then cook the onion for 5 mins until softened - add a splash more stock if it starts to dry out. Add mushrooms and garlic and cook for 2 mins more. Add the rice and lemon zest and juice, mixing well. Pour in remaining stock and seasoning and bring to the boil. Turn down, cover and simmer for 25-30 mins until rice is tender. Stir through half each of the chives and soft cheese, then serve topped with the remaining chives and soft cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Fat 4 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 44 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 12 grams protein, Sodium 0.62 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • To achieve the perfect texture for your pilaf, it's crucial to rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking. This eliminates excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming sticky.
  • For a more flavorful pilaf, use a flavorful broth instead of water. Chicken, vegetable, or beef broth are all excellent options.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the rice. If you do, the rice won't cook evenly and will be more likely to stick together.
  • Be patient when cooking the pilaf. Don't rush the process or lift the lid during cooking. This will result in uneven cooking and a less flavorful dish.
  • Once the pilaf is cooked, fluff it with a fork before serving. This will help to separate the grains and make the pilaf look more appealing.

Conclusion:

Lemony Brown Rice Pilaf is a versatile and flavorful side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of main courses. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. Whether you like it simple or loaded with vegetables, this pilaf is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give Lemony Brown Rice Pilaf a try. You won't be disappointed!

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