Low Fat Cilantro Lime Rice
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and healthy Low Fat Cilantro Lime Rice! Perfectly cooked long-grain white rice is infused with the zesty flavors of lime juice and lime zest, complemented by the fresh, herbaceous notes of cilantro. This guilt-free recipe uses low sodium broth for a flavorful yet heart-healthy base and a light spritz of olive oil for a low-fat finish. Quick and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, this dish pairs beautifully with grilled proteins, tacos, or stir-fries for a refreshing twist on classic rice. Add this colorful and nutrient-packed recipe to your next meal for a taste that’s as light and bright as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 second / quick spray olive oil spray
- 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Place the rice in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and helps prevent the rice from becoming sticky.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, lightly spray olive oil to coat the bottom, about a quick 1-second spray.
Add the rinsed rice to the pan and stir for about 1-2 minutes until all the grains are lightly toasted.
Pour the low sodium chicken or vegetable broth into the saucepan and stir in the garlic powder and kosher salt. Bring the liquid to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and allow the rice to simmer for 18-20 minutes until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
While the rice is cooking, roughly chop the cilantro leaves.
Once rice is fully cooked, remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the lime juice, lime zest, and chopped cilantro. Fluff the rice gently with a fork to combine all the ingredients.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding a little more lime juice or salt to suit your preference.
Serve warm as a delicious, low-fat side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
325 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.2 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 458 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.1 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 111 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 502 mg | 11% | |
*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.
