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Sides for Tacos: Cilantro Lime Rice

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

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

Ingredients

  • 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

Instructions

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  1. 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).
  2. 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.