Butter Lime Cilantro Rice
Infuse your meals with vibrant flavor by serving this Butter Lime Cilantro Rice, a quick and easy side dish that elevates simple white rice into a zesty, buttery masterpiece. Perfectly cooked long-grain white rice is enhanced with a drizzle of melted unsalted butter, a burst of fresh lime juice and zest, and a generous sprinkle of chopped cilantro for a refreshing, aromatic touch. This recipe combines the tangy brightness of citrus with the creaminess of butter, creating a luscious texture that complements everything from grilled chicken to spicy tacos. With just 25 minutes of prep and cook time, it’s a hassle-free way to add restaurant-quality flavor to your dinner table. Don’t forget its adaptability – adjust the lime and salt to suit your taste. Whether served warm as a side or featured in your favorite burrito bowls, this Butter Lime Cilantro Rice is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
In a medium saucepan, add 2 cups of water, the rinsed rice, olive oil, and salt. Stir to combine.
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
After 15 minutes, turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for another 5 minutes to finish steaming.
While the rice rests, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add the lime juice and lime zest, stirring to combine.
Fluff the rice with a fork and gently stir in the butter mixture until evenly coated.
Fold in the chopped cilantro, ensuring it’s distributed evenly throughout the rice.
Taste the rice and adjust the salt or lime juice if needed. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
348 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.1 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.2 g | 81% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1200 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.9 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 51 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 87 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
