Best 9 Lemony Green Onion Rice Recipes

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Lemony green onion rice is a delightful and versatile dish that can be served as a side or main course. It is packed with bright and zesty lemony flavors, while the green onions add a subtle sharpness. This dish is a great way to enjoy the freshness of spring produce and is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. With its vibrant colors and delicious flavors, lemony green onion rice is a must-try for any home cook.

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LEMONY GREEN ONION RICE



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This dish from Rose Harman of Hays, KS is as easy as sautéing some simple ingredients and tossing in cooked instant rice. And it pairs well with lots of main courses. "It's an especially good accompaniment with poultry and fish," writes Rose.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup uncooked instant rice
1/3 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup chopped green onions
2 teaspoons butter
1/2 to 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package directions. In a small skillet, saute celery and onions in butter over medium heat until tender. Stir in the rice, lemon zest, salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 356mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GREEN ONION GARLICKY WILD RICE



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons coconut oil
6 scallions, whites and greens kept separate, thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 serrano pepper, seeded and minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon lime zest plus lime wedges, for garnish
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups wild rice

Steps:

  • Heat a medium saucepan with a lid over medium-high heat. Melt the coconut oil and add the scallion whites, garlic and serrano and cook, stirring frequently, until the garlic and scallions start to brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle in the cumin, lime zest, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Add the rice and stir until all the beads of rice are coated. Add 2 to 3 cups water (according to the package directions) and stir. Bring to a simmer, then cover and reduce the heat to low. Cook until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 45 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve with a spritz of lime and sliced scallion greens.

LEMON RICE W/ PEAS & GREEN ONIONS



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Make and share this Lemon Rice w/ Peas & Green Onions recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sue Freeman

Categories     White Rice

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 3/4 cups water
1 1/4 cups jasmine rice, rinsed well,drained or 1 1/4 cups long-grain white rice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shelled fresh peas or 1/2 cup frozen peas
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
6 green onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon grated lemon, rind of

Steps:

  • Combine 1 3/4 cups water, rice, and salt in large saucepan.
  • Cook until just cooked-- do not overcook.
  • Fluff with fork.
  • Cool.
  • Cook peas in medium saucepan of boiling salted water 1 minute.
  • Drain.
  • Rinse under cold water.
  • Drain.
  • Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add all but 2 tablespoons green onions; sauté 30 seconds.
  • Add rice and sauté until heated through, stirring to break pieces, about 4 minutes.
  • Add peas, lemon juice, parsley, and lemon peel.
  • Sauté 2 minutes to blend flavors.
  • Garnish with remaining green onions and serve immediately.

LIME AND GREEN ONION RICE



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/4 cups light brown rice (recommended: Texmati) or white rice
2 limes, zested, 1 lime, juiced
2 cups chicken stock
3 to 4 thin scallions, whites and greens, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in sauce pot over medium to medium-high heat. Stir in the rice and toast for 1 minute. Add the lime zest and stock, bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 18 minutes. Add the green onions and the juice of 1 lime. Fluff with fork, transfer to a serving bowl and serve.

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

LENTILS AND RICE WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS RECIPE BY TASTY



Lentils and Rice With Caramelized Onions Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: medium red onion, olive oil, water, medium red onion, garlic, olive oil, green lentil, long grain rice, salt, cumin, cinnamon, bay leaf, fresh parsley, lemon, greek yogurt

Provided by Andrew Ilnyckyj

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 ½ cups water
½ medium red onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup green lentil
1 cup long grain rice
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon cinnamon
1 bay leaf
1 bunch fresh parsley
1 lemon
½ cup greek yogurt

Steps:

  • In a large pot, sauté the diced red onion and minced garlic in 1 tablespoon of olive oil until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the water, green lentils, and salt to the large pot. Bring to a boil.
  • Cover with lid and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • To make the caramelized onions, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over low heat and add the onion slices, stirring occasionally until completely soft, dark brown, and caramelized.
  • NOTE: This will take about 30 minutes. The onions should become very dark and tacky when finished. Stir often to avoid burning.
  • Add the rice, cumin, cinnamon, and bayleaf to the lentils. Stir.
  • Cook covered for about 15 minutes, or until rice is cooked.
  • Serve lentils and rice topped with the caramelized onions, chopped fresh parsley, lemon wedges, and Greek yogurt if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473 calories, Carbohydrate 82 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 20 grams, Sugar 8 grams

JASMINE RICE WITH GREEN ONIONS, PEAS, AND LEMON



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Categories     Citrus     Rice     Side     Pea     Spring     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 3/4 cups water
1 1/4 cups jasmine rice, rinsed well, drained, or long-grain white rice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shelled fresh or frozen peas
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
6 green onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel

Steps:

  • Combine 1 3/4 cups water, rice, and salt in large saucepan. Bring to boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook until rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat. Let stand covered 15 minutes. Fluff with fork. Cool.
  • Cook peas in medium saucepan of boiling salted water 1 minute. Drain. Rinse under cold water. Drain.
  • Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add all but 2 tablespoons green onions; sauté 30 seconds. Add rice and sauté until heated through, stirring to break pieces, about 4 minutes. Add peas, lemon juice, parsley, and lemon peel. Sauté 2 minutes to blend flavors. Transfer to serving bowl. Sprinkle with remaining green onions.

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

RICE WITH LEMONGRASS AND GREEN ONION



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Categories     Leafy Green     Rice     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2/3 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 3/4 cups water
2 12-inch-long lemongrass stalks, cut into 2-inch-long pieces
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large green onion, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 2/3 cup onion and turmeric and sauté 5 minutes. Mix in rice. Add water, lemongrass and 1/2 teaspoon salt and bring to simmer. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 18 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand covered 10 minutes. Discard lemongrass.
  • Heat remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add green onion and sauté 1 minute. Add rice and stir until heated through. Season to taste with salt.

Tips:

  • Choose the right rice: Long-grain rice, such as basmati or jasmine rice, is best for this recipe. These types of rice cook up fluffy and separate, making them ideal for dishes like this.
  • Rinse the rice: Rinsing the rice before cooking removes excess starch, which can make the rice gummy. To rinse the rice, place it in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse it under cold water for 30 seconds to a minute, or until the water runs clear.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as green onions and cilantro, add a lot of flavor to this dish. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but be sure to use less, as they are more concentrated.
  • Don't overcook the rice: Overcooked rice is mushy and unpleasant to eat. To prevent overcooking, cook the rice according to the package directions and then remove it from the heat as soon as it is tender.
  • Serve immediately: Lemony Green Onion Rice is best served immediately after it is cooked. If you need to make it ahead of time, you can cook the rice and then store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, simply reheat the rice in the microwave or on the stovetop.

Conclusion:

Lemony Green Onion Rice is a simple but flavorful side dish that is perfect for everyday meals or special occasions. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it lemony, garlicky, or spicy, this recipe has you covered. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give Lemony Green Onion Rice a try.

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