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Cilantro Lime Rice

A refreshing and zesty rice dish infused with cilantro and lime, perfect as a side for Mexican cuisine.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

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

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 lime juice, olive oil, and chopped cilantro.
  2. Serve warm as a side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding lime zest or a pinch of cumin.

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