Cilantro Lime Rice
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Cilantro Lime Rice
Description
Cilantro Lime Rice starts with rinsed long-grain white rice cooked in salted boiling water until tender. After cooking, the rice is left covered off the heat to steam, allowing moisture to absorb fully and keeping the grains separate and fluffy. Fresh lime zest and juice are then folded in, adding a tangy brightness. Chopped cilantro brings a fresh herbal note that complements the citrus well.
The flavor is light and vibrant, with the citrus lifting the mild rice base and cilantro adding green, aromatic complexity. This side dish works well alongside spicy entrees, grilled meats, or as part of rice bowls. Adjusting salt to taste helps balance flavors for different meals.
Leftover rice keeps well refrigerated up to four days and can be frozen up to six months. Reheating is best done gradually in the microwave or stovetop with a little water to restore moisture, ensuring the rice remains soft and separated.
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice rinsed
- ¼ teaspoon salt plus more to taste
- 1 ½ cups water
- 1 lime zest and juice
- ¼ cup cilantro chopped
Instructions
- In a medium pot, bring the water to a boil. Add salt and rice and return to a boil. Lower the heat to low, cover with a lid and cook for 15 minutes without opening the lid. Then turn the heat off.
- Remove the pot from the heat. Allow the rice to rest covered for 5 minutes in order to absorb all the liquid and steam.
- Uncover the rice and fluff with a fork to separate the grains. Fold in the lime zest, lime juice, cilantro, and additional salt to taste, and serve.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated within one hour; they will keep for up to four days.
- Freeze cooked rice in airtight packaging for up to six months; thaw overnight before reheating.
- Reheat in the microwave in short bursts or on the stovetop with added water to maintain moisture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 174 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.75cup | |
| Calories | 174kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 0.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Sodium | 153mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 76mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.3g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 76IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 22mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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