Description
A flavorful side dish of rice enhanced with lime and cilantro.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long grain rice (Jasmine works best)
- 1 cup water or vegetable broth (Use broth for added flavor)
- 1 pinch kosher salt (Omit if using broth)
- 1 whole lime (Zest and juice included)
- 1 clove garlic (Finely chopped)
- 0 cup fresh cilantro (Chopped finely)
Instructions
- Rinse rice under cold water until clear to remove excess starch.
- Combine rinsed rice and broth/water in a saucepan.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover for 12 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 10 minutes.
- Stir in lime zest, juice, garlic, and cilantro after steaming.
Notes
- This rice pairs well with many dishes and can be used in burritos or as a side for tacos.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg