Description
Cilantro Lime Rice is a zesty and aromatic side dish made with fluffy rice, fresh lime juice, and chopped cilantro. It’s the perfect complement to Mexican-inspired meals or grilled meats.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 1 3/4 cups long grain rice
- 1 tsp garlic salt
- 1 tsp cumin
- 3 1/2 cups chicken broth
- Zest and juice of 2 limes
- 1 large handful cilantro, chopped (about 1 cup)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sauté diced onion for 3 to 5 minutes, or until translucent.
- Add rice, garlic salt, and cumin. Stir and toast the rice for 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add chicken broth, lime zest, and lime juice. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes, or until rice is tender.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the chopped cilantro.
- Adjust lime juice to taste and serve warm.
Notes
- Use vegetable broth to make this dish vegetarian.
- For extra lime flavor, add a final squeeze of lime juice just before serving.
- Pairs well with grilled chicken, tacos, or burrito bowls.
- Use freshly chopped cilantro for the best flavor and aroma.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 354
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 1341mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 71g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
