Rice with Feta

Rice with Feta is a vibrant and healthy Greek dish that combines fluffy rice with tangy feta cheese and fresh vegetables, creating a delightful balance of flavors. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect as a side dish or a light meal, packed with nutrients and Mediterranean goodness.

Ingredients

• Basmati rice - 150 grams
• Water - 300 ml
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
4. While the rice is cooking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Add the diced red bell pepper to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
6. Once the rice is done, fluff it with a fork and add it to the skillet with the cooked vegetables, stirring to combine.
7. Remove from heat and fold in the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, fresh parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
8. Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from fresh vegetables.
• High in protein and calcium from feta cheese.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil.

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