How To Make Cilantro Lime Rice Recipe
A fresh and flavorful side dish with a zesty kick.
Preparation: 5 minutes
Cooking: 20 minutes
Total: 25 minutes
Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime, juiced
Instructions
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In a medium saucepan, bring the rice and water to a boil.
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Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water has been absorbed.
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In a separate bowl, mix together the olive oil, salt, black pepper, cilantro, and lime juice.
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Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and pour the cilantro-lime mixture over it.
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Stir until well combined and serve.
Nutrition
- Calories : 156kcal
- Total Fat : 4g
- Saturated Fat : 1g
- Cholesterol : 0mg
- Sodium : 149mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 27g
- Dietary Fiber : 1g
- Sugar : 0g
- Protein : 3g
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