Lime Cilantro Rice

Rice Side Dish

Lime Cilantro Rice

Lime Cilantro Rice
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    2.6K

Brighten any meal with this vibrant Lime Cilantro Rice! Infused with zesty citrus and herbaceous cilantro, it's the perfect accompaniment to grilled proteins, flavorful tacos, or as a base for your favorite bowls.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    13 g
  • Cholesterol
    8 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    2 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    29 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Gather all ingredients and have them prepped and ready to go. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins In a small saucepan, bring water and salt to a rolling boil over medium-high heat. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 20 mins Stir in rice and butter. Once the mixture returns to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer gently until rice is tender and all the water has been absorbed. (20 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the rice to fully steam.

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Recipe View 2 mins Fluff the rice with a fork. Gently mix in the chopped cilantro, fresh lime juice, and lime zest. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing flavors!

For an extra layer of flavor, try toasting the rice in the butter for a few minutes before adding the water.
Make sure to use fresh lime juice and cilantro for the best, most vibrant flavor.
If you prefer a fluffier rice, rinse the rice under cold water before cooking to remove excess starch.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 851 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)

  • Christophe Hahn

    Jun 28, 2024

    I've made this several times now, and it's always a hit! The lime and cilantro are perfectly balanced.

  • Jan Wolff

    May 26, 2024

    I added a pinch of garlic powder and it took it to another level! Thanks for the great recipe!

  • Jerod Murphy

    Dec 8, 2023

    This recipe is a game-changer! So easy and adds so much flavor to my tacos.

  • Mathilde Schuster

    Oct 29, 2022

    So much better than plain rice! The instructions were clear and easy to follow.

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