Heat olive oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
1.5 cup Arborio rice
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
1.5 cup Arborio rice
Stir in the Arborio rice and toast for 1-2 minutes until the edges of the grains look slightly translucent.
1.5 cup Arborio rice
Pour in the vegetable broth and lemon juice. Add dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
1.5 cup Arborio rice
Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed. Stir occasionally.
Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
Fluff the rice with a fork. Stir in most of the chopped parsley and lemon zest.
1.5 cup Arborio rice
Serve hot, garnished with remaining parsley and lemon zest.
Notes
This lemon rice is delicious served with grilled meats, fish, or vegetables.