Cilantro Lime Rice

This easy cilantro lime rice is light, fluffy, and bursting with fresh citrus flavor, making it the perfect bright and zesty side dish for tacos, burrito bowls, and grilled meats. Made with simple ingredients and ready in minutes, it delivers restaurant-style flavor at home without any complicated steps.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Course Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine American, Asian, Mexican

Servings servings

Calories 159 kcal

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1½ cups Jasmine rice
2¼ cups water
1 tsp salt
1 tsp minced garlic
2 tbsp lime juice
¼ cup chopped cilantro (fresh)

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, combine the oil and rice, stirring until the rice is evenly coated. Cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the rice begins to lightly brown.
Add the water, minced garlic, and salt, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10–15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Remove from the heat and stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro until well combined.
Cover and let sit for 5–10 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 159kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 296mgPotassium: 48mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 36IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 0.3mg

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