Fifty Fifty Lime Cilantro Rice
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant Fifty Fifty Lime Cilantro Rice recipe, a perfect harmony of flavor and texture! This recipe blends wholesome brown rice and fluffy white rice in equal parts for a nutty yet tender base. Infused with the zesty brightness of freshly squeezed lime juice and lime zest, the rice is further enhanced by aromatic garlic sautéed in olive oil and a generous handful of fresh, chopped cilantro. Simple to prepare yet delightfully complex in flavor, this rice dish is seasoned to perfection with a hint of salt and black pepper. Ideal as a side dish for grilled meats, tacos, or roasted veggies, it’s a healthy, citrusy twist on traditional rice recipes that’s ready in under an hour. Try this refreshing fusion of bold flavors and hearty grains for your next family meal or dinner party! Keywords: lime cilantro rice, brown and white rice, side dish, citrus rice recipe, healthy sides.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup White rice
- 1 cup Brown rice
- 4 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest
- 1 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the white and brown rice under cold water using a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear. This step removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming sticky.
In a medium-sized pot, combine the white rice, brown rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once the water reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and let the rice simmer for about 30-35 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
While the rice cooks, prepare the lime-cilantro seasoning. In a small bowl, mix the lime juice, lime zest, and chopped cilantro. Set aside.
In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant. Remove from heat.
Once the rice is cooked, remove the pot from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the steam to finish cooking the rice.
Fluff the rice with a fork, then stir in the garlic oil mixture until evenly coated.
Add the lime-cilantro mixture to the rice and gently fold it in. Season with ground black pepper to taste.
Serve the Fifty Fifty Lime Cilantro Rice warm as a side dish with your favorite protein or vegetables. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
599 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.8 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2453 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.2 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 12.7 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 216 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 712 mg | 15% | |
*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.
