Cilantro Lime Rice
Bright, zesty, and wonderfully aromatic, Cilantro Lime Rice is the ultimate side dish to elevate any meal. This simple yet flavorful recipe combines fluffy white rice with the tangy freshness of lime juice and zest, the vibrant earthiness of chopped cilantro, and a touch of olive oil for a silky finish. Perfectly seasoned with salt and black pepper, this dish is an effortless way to bring a burst of flavor and fragrance to your table in under 30 minutes. Whether paired with grilled proteins, tacos, or stir-fried veggies, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Discover how this easy recipe transforms basic ingredients into a vibrant, citrusy masterpiece!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold running water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch and improve the texture.
In a medium saucepan over high heat, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
Once boiling, add the rinsed rice and 0.5 teaspoon of salt to the water.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let the rice simmer for approximately 15 minutes or until all the water has been absorbed.
While the rice is cooking, chop the fresh cilantro finely until you have about 0.5 cup.
After 15 minutes, remove the saucepan from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to finish cooking in its own steam.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains.
Stir in the lime juice, lime zest, chopped cilantro, olive oil, and black pepper into the fluffed rice.
Adjust seasoning to taste and serve warm as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
344 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.5 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1201 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.8 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 67 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 139 mg | 3% | |
*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.
