Rice
Cilantro Lime Rice
Fluffy long-grain rice with fresh lime juice, zest and a handful of chopped cilantro.
- Prep
- 5 mins
- Cook
- 20 mins
- Total
- 35 mins
- Serves
- 4
- Level
- Easy
Plain rice becomes a burrito-bowl star with lime and cilantro stirred in at the end. Rinse the rice until the water runs nearly clear for light, separate grains. Add the lime juice after cooking so its flavor stays bright.
Ingredients
Serves 4
Directions
- Rinse the rice in a fine strainer under cold water until the water runs mostly clear, about 1 minute. Drain well.
- Combine the rice, water, butter and salt in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Reduce to the lowest heat, cover, and cook 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
- Take off the heat and let stand covered for 10 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork, then fold in the lime zest, lime juice, cilantro and garlic. Taste and add salt if needed.
Tips and make-ahead notes
- Use basmati rice with 1 1/2 cups water for a more fragrant result.
- Make it ahead; it reheats well with a splash of water in the microwave.
- Add a little chopped jalapeño for heat.
Nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 210
- Carbohydrates
- 41g
- Protein
- 4g
- Fat
- 3g
- Fiber
- 1g
- Sodium
- 300mg
Estimated. Values change with brands, portion sizes and substitutions.
