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Greek Rice Instant Pot Recipe: Simple & Flavorful

This Greek Rice Instant Pot recipe is simple and flavorful, perfect for a quick and delicious meal. It combines long-grain white rice with aromatic herbs, tomatoes, and feta cheese for a Mediterranean twist.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 12 mins
Total Time 22 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Greek
Servings 4 servings
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1.5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried dill
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions: 

  • Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
  • Turn on the Instant Pot and select the sauté function. Heat the olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
  • Add the rice and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Stir in the broth, oregano, dill, salt, and pepper. Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to high pressure for 4 minutes.
  • Once the cooking time is up, allow for a natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then do a quick pressure release.
  • Carefully open the lid and fluff the rice with a fork. Stir in the diced tomatoes and feta cheese.
  • Serve the Greek rice garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 7gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 2mg

Keywords:

Keyword Greek Rice, Instant Pot, Quick Meal
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