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Cilantro Lime Rice

Easy Cilantro Lime Rice Recipe for Flavorful Side Dishes

This Cilantro Lime Rice is a zesty, flavorful side dish that complements a variety of meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • pot
  • Fork

Method
 

  1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a pot, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.
  4. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
  5. Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the lime juice, lime zest, and chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 4gFat: 1g

Notes

For optimal freshness, store leftover rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. Reheat in the microwave, adding a splash of water to keep it fluffy.

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