Zesty Lemon Rice

1Rinse the basmati rice (1 cup) under cold water (2 cups) until the water (2 cups) runs clear to remove excess starch. Drain well.

2Zest the lemon and squeeze the juice into a small bowl.

3In a saucepan, melt the butter (2 tablespoons) over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

4Add the rinsed basmati rice (1 cup) to the saucepan and stir to coat the rice in the butter (2 tablespoons) and garlic mixture.

5Pour in the water (2 cups), lemon zest, lemon juice, lemon pepper seasoning (1 teaspoon), and turmeric (½ teaspoon). Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

6Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the saucepan with a lid and let the rice simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.

7Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and garnish with chopped fresh parsley (1 tablespoon) before serving.

8Serve the zesty lemon rice as a flavorful side dish or pair it with your favorite protein for a complete meal.