Ingredients for Athenian Rice With Feta Cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 1 red bell pepper
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 4 ounces feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh Oregano (not specified in recipe)
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How to Make Athenian Rice With Feta Cheese
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 1 red bell pepper, chopped. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add 2 cloves garlic, minced, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in 1 cup long-grain rice, 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (rehydrated as noted below), 1/2 cup Kalamata olives (pitted and halved), 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and 1 teaspoon dried oregano.
- Add 2 cups of chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until rice is cooked through and liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and stir in 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Garnish with an additional sprinkle of dried oregano.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
17 g
Sugar
17g
Fat
12g
Carbs
11g
