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mixed herbs

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Fresh herbs enhance flavor without added calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water

Water is a cost-effective base that can be flavored.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar provides acidity at a lower cost.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Add rice to the pot and stir to coat with oil.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Add mixed herbs, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.

Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork and drizzle with lemon juice before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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