Description
Cilantro Lime Rice is the perfect side dish to brighten up your meals with its fresh flavors and vibrant colors. This easy-to-make recipe combines fluffy long-grain rice with zesty lime juice and aromatic cilantro, creating a delightful accompaniment for any meal. Whether served alongside tacos, grilled chicken, or as a base for a refreshing salad, this cilantro lime rice will impress your family and friends with its bright taste and appealing texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- Juice of 1 medium lime
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- 1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- 2. In a rice cooker, combine the rinsed rice, water, salt, and lime juice. Stir gently.
- 3. Close the lid and set your rice cooker according to the white rice settings (about 10-15 minutes).
- 4. Once cooked, let the rice sit for 5 minutes before opening the lid. Fluff with a fork and stir in chopped cilantro.
- 5. Serve warm alongside your favorite dishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg