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Cilantro Rice

A fragrant and flavorful rice dish infused with fresh cilantro and lime, perfect as a side for any meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Latin, Mexican
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Rice
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Flavorings
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest

Method
 

Cooking the Rice
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat.
  2. Once boiling, reduce the 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.
Finishing Touches
  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: 4gFat: 1gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For added flavor, consider sautéing some garlic or onion in the saucepan before adding the rice.

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