Angie's Zesty Italian Rice Festival
A bright and flavorful long grain rice dish infused with fresh lime and lemon juices, perfectly seasoned with Italian herbs for a refreshing twist.
Ingredients
- 1 cup long grain rice
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse the long grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the rinsed rice and toast it gently for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Pour in the water, then stir in salt and Italian seasoning.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until rice is tender and water is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes to steam.
- Fluff the rice with a fork, then drizzle lime juice and lemon juice over the top.
- Gently mix to combine the citrus flavors throughout the rice.
- Serve warm as a zesty side dish or a light main.
