Chipotle Copycat Recipe Cilantro Lime Rice
Elevate your next meal with this irresistibly fresh and flavorful Chipotle Copycat Recipe Cilantro Lime Rice! Crafted with fluffy, perfectly steamed basmati rice, this crowd-pleasing side dish is infused with a zesty blend of fresh lime and lemon juice, fragrant cilantro, and a hint of buttery richness. A subtle touch of bay leaf during cooking enhances the rice's aroma, making it utterly irresistible. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this recipe pairs beautifully with burrito bowls, tacos, grilled meats, or roasted veggies. Whether you're recreating your favorite Chipotle experience at home or adding a vibrant new side to your repertoire, this cilantro lime rice delivers restaurant-quality flavor with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (preferably basmati)
- 2 cups water
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 0.5 lemon, juiced
- 1 tablespoon butter (or vegan alternative)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold running water for 1-2 minutes to remove excess starch. This will help keep the rice fluffy and prevent clumping.
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water and the bay leaf to a boil over medium-high heat.
Add the rinsed rice, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, and an optional teaspoon of vegetable oil. Stir to combine.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice has absorbed all the water and is tender.
Turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to finish steaming.
Remove the bay leaf and gently fluff the rice with a fork.
In a small bowl, mix the freshly squeezed juice of 1 lime, the juice of 1/2 lemon, and 1 tablespoon of melted butter.
Drizzle the citrus-butter mixture over the rice and gently toss to combine.
Fold in the chopped fresh cilantro and adjust seasoning with more salt if needed.
Serve warm as a side dish or as the base for burrito bowls and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
434 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.6 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 622 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.0 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 7.1 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 277 mg | 6% | |
*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.
