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Feta Cheese Rice with Lemon Recipe

Feta Cheese Rice with Lemon Recipe - Quick Mediterranean Bliss

This Feta Cheese Rice with Lemon Recipe is a delightful dish capturing the essence of Mediterranean flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Dish
  • 1 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Substitute lime juice for a different citrus profile.
  • 2 tablespoons Salted Butter Use unsalted butter for a lighter touch.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Use zest from the same lemon as the juice.
  • 2 cloves Freshly Minced Garlic Be careful not to brown the garlic.
  • 3 cups Cold, Cooked White Rice Preferably use leftover rice.
  • 1 cup Crumbled Feta Cheese Block feta is recommended for better texture.
  • 1 handful Freshly Chopped Parsley Substitute with dill or chives if desired.
  • Salt and Black Pepper Essential seasonings to taste.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Feta Cheese Rice with Lemon Recipe
  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of salted butter in a large skillet over medium heat until it bubbles.
  2. Add the zest of one lemon and 2 finely minced garlic cloves, stirring gently for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Incorporate 3 cups of cold, cooked white rice, breaking up clumps and stirring for 3-4 minutes until heated.
  4. Remove from heat and fold in 1 cup of crumbled feta cheese and parsley.
  5. Drizzle with juice of one fresh lemon, season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 10gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, enjoy fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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