Greek Rice

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Vegetarian, Low-Fat Greek Rice

 

1 c. long grain rice

2 tsps. olive oil

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tbsp. snipped fresh thyme or 1 tsp. dried thyme, crushed

1 1/2 tsps. snipped fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed

1/4 c. thinly sliced green onion

2 tbsps. finely chopped pitted kalamata olives

2 tbsps. fresh lemon juice

1 whole olive, optional

fresh thyme sprig, optional

 

Combine rice, olive oil, garlic, 2 cups water, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a

medium saucepan. Bring to boiling. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer 15 minutes

or till rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat; let stand,

covered, for 5 minutes.

Stir in thyme, rosemary, onion, olives, and lemon juice. Garnish with whole

olive and a fresh thyme sprig, if desired.

Makes 6 servings.

Calories...135...Fat...3 g...Carbs...26 g...Sodium...115 mg

....Fiber...0.7 g.