Description
Easy Greek Rice is a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine in every bite. This simple yet satisfying recipe combines fluffy long-grain rice with fresh cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and aromatic herbs like parsley. Perfect as a side dish or a vegetarian main course, Easy Greek Rice elevates any meal with its bright colors and robust flavors. In just under 30 minutes, you can create a delicious addition to your dinner table that complements grilled meats or pairs beautifully with a refreshing Greek salad. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a weeknight dinner, this dish will transport you to the sun-kissed shores of Greece.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 medium cucumber (diced)
- 1/2 red onion (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- While the rice cooks, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
- Once cooked, let the rice sit covered for an additional five minutes before fluffing it with a fork.
- In a large bowl, combine fluffed rice with prepared vegetables and toss gently until mixed.
- Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg