Citrusy Rice with Lemon

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 green onions, chopped, white and green parts separated
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 cup long grain rice
• ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill

Step 1

Melt the butter and oil together in a nonstick pan over medium heat. Toss in the white parts of the green onions and cook for about a minute until they soften. Add the garlic and lemon zest, stirring for about 30 seconds until everything smells amazing. Next, stir in the rice along with turmeric, salt, and pepper, and let it cook for another minute to toast the spices.

Step 2

Pour in the vegetable broth, milk, and lemon juice, then bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Once it’s bubbling, lower the heat to a simmer, cover the pan, and let it cook until all the liquid is absorbed—this should take around 18 to 20 minutes.

Step 3

When the rice is done, take the pan off the heat and fluff it up with a fork. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Finally, sprinkle the green parts of the onions and some chopped dill on top for a fresh finish.