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Cilantro Lime Rice

This Cilantro Lime Rice is just like the rice made at Chipotle. The flavor and texture of the rice is heaven and makes the perfect filling for burritos, burrito bowls, salads and tacos, or for serving as a side dish with your Mexican favorites.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 186 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 2 cups jasmine rice
  • 3 cups water
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

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  1. Rinse your rice until the water runs clear, then place the water, salt, and rice in a pot and bring to a boil. Immediately cover reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
  2. Once tender remove from heat let rest for 10 minutes, and then fluff with a fork.
  3. Stir in the cilantro, lime juice, and oil and stir to evenly combine.

Notes

  • Substitutions:
  • How to Store: To save leftovers, place in an airtight container and store:
  • How to Reheat: This can be reheated in the microwave in 30 second increments. 
  • White Rice– Make the recipe as directed substituting brown rice for white rice. Adjust the amount of water used to cook the rice, and the time per the package instructions. Continue as directed.
  • Oil– I use vegetable, but you can also use canola if preferred.
  • in the refrigerator for 3-4 days
  • in the freezer up to a month

Nutrition Information

Calories 186kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 38g (13%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 2g (3%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Sodium 298mg (12%) Potassium 67mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 67IU (1%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 16mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 186

% Daily Value*

Calories 186kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 38g 13%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 298mg 12%
Potassium 67mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 67IU 1%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 16mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.