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A plate of cilantro lime rice topped with lime slices, next to a sprig of cilantro, fresh limes, a kitchen towel, and a water glass
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Cilantro Lime Rice

This cilantro lime rice is fragrant, fresh, and easy to make. It's the perfect side dish for almost any Mexican or Asian meal!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: chipotle rice recipe, how to make cilantro lime rice, mexican rice
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 174kcal
Author: Alyssa

Ingredients

  • 1 cup white basmati/jasmine rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 lime
  • 1/2 cup cilantro , diced
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  • Rinse the rice in a fine mesh strainer until the water runs clear. Transfer the rice to a pot and add the water.
  • Zest the lime and set the zest to the side. Cut the lime in half and squeeze the lime juice into the pot.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, cover and reduce to simmer for about 15 minutes or until the water has been absorbed and the rice and nice and fluffy.
  • Remove the rice from the heat and allow it to cool for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the zest, cilantro and season with a bit of salt.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup (cooked) | Calories: 174kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 155mg | Potassium: 81mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 143IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg