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Cilantro Lime Rice

A refreshing and zesty rice dish infused with cilantro and lime, perfect as a side for Mexican meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Rice Base
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Flavoring
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest

Method
 

Cooking the Rice
  1. In a pot, combine the rinsed rice, water, olive oil, and salt. Bring to a boil.
  2. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.
  3. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
Adding Flavor
  1. Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the chopped cilantro, lime juice, and lime zest until well combined.
  2. Serve warm as a side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding garlic or onion to the rice while cooking.

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