Sides for Tacos: Cilantro Lime Rice

Name: Sides for Tacos: Cilantro Lime Rice
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 1 cup long-grain jasmine rice; 1½ cups water; 3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 small garlic clove; 2 scallions; 1 teaspoon lime zest; ¼ to ½ teaspoon sea salt; 1½ tablespoons fresh lime juice; ½ cup finely chopped cilantro; Pinch red pepper flakes

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings
4
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Mexican

Sides for Tacos: Cilantro Lime Rice

Iris Warren

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This cilantro lime rice is one of our favorite sides for tacos and other Mexican recipes!

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Ingredients

Servings

1 cup long-grain jasmine rice rinsed well and drained
1½ cups water
3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small garlic clove finely minced
2 scallions finely chopped
1 teaspoon lime zest
¼ to ½ teaspoon sea salt
1½ tablespoons fresh lime juice
½ cup finely chopped cilantro
Pinch red pepper flakes or ¼ diced jalapeño, optional

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Instructions

Combine the rice, water, and 1 teaspoon of the olive oil in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce the heat. Simmer for 20 minutes (or check the time listed on the package of your rice).
Uncover, fluff with a fork, then add the garlic, scallions, and lime zest and stir to combine. Let cool for 1 minute, then add the remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil, ¼ teaspoon salt, the lime juice, cilantro, and red pepper flakes or jalapeño, if using. Stir to combine and season to taste.