Mediterranean Lemon Rice and Cabbage
This Mediterranean-inspired Lemon Rice and Cabbage is a simple main or side dish with bright lemon flavor and crisp tender sauteed cabbage.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 271kcal
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 shallots or spring onions (or green onions)
- 2 lemons zested and sliced
- 2 cups rice long grain
- 4 cups hot chicken stock
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 sprigs fresh parsley
- ½ head cabbage thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a heavy covered casserole, heat the butter until melted. Add the shallots and sauté until tender. Add the rice and sauté until it becomes opaque; 3 to 4 minutes.
- Pour hot broth over the rice, add the bay leaves, parsley sprigs, and zest of 1 lemon. Season to taste and bring the broth to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook until the liquid is absorbed; about 15 to 20 minutes depending on the depth of your pot.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet and sauté the sliced cabbage until tender and bright green; 3 to 4 minutes. Season to taste.
- Stir the cabbage and remaining lemon zest into the rice and taste for seasoning. For serving, top with lemon slices and fresh parsley.
Nutrition
Calories: 271kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 484mg | Potassium: 232mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 218IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 1mg