Lemon Dill Rice

A deliciously different type of rice dish that everyone will enjoy. I like to use fresh dill when available, and then use it for the garnish as well.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 60 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
• Calories: 222 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter
• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
• 4 cups water
• ½ teaspoon grated lemon zest
• 1 large onion, minced
• 2 tablespoons salt
• 2 cups long-grain white rice
• 2 tablespoons dill seed
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

Step 2

Melt butter in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and rice; cook and stir until lightly toasted. Stir in the water and lemon juice, and season with salt and dill seed. Bring to a boil. Pour the rice mixture into a 3 quart casserole dish.

Step 3

Bake for 1 hour, covered, in the preheated oven. Garnish with lemon zest and chopped parsley.