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Cilantro Lime Rice

5 from 1 vote
This easy Cilantro Lime Rice recipe is the perfect accompaniment to any Mexican meal, steak, chicken, or fish!
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil , divided
  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  • In a medium pot, over medium heat, warm 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Mix in rice and salt; cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes.
  • Add in 1 1/2 cups of water, the lime zest, and bay leaf; bring to a boil.
  • Cover and reduce heat to a low simmer. Cook until water is absorbed and rice is just tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let rest, covered, for 5 minutes.
  • In the meantime, place cilantro, lime juice, garlic, the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, and 2 tablespoons water in a food processor or blender; give it a few whirls until combined and smooth.
  • Remove bay leaf from rice; fluff with a fork. Fold in the cilantro-lime mixture until combined.
  • Serve right away and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 234kcal · Carbohydrates: 38g · Protein: 3g · Fat: 7g · Saturated Fat: 1g · Sodium: 299mg · Potassium: 64mg · Fiber: 1g · Sugar: 1g · Vitamin A: 135IU · Vitamin C: 3mg · Calcium: 16mg · Iron: 1mg
Nutritional information given is an automatic calculation and can vary based on the exact products you use and any changes you make to the recipe. If these numbers are very important to you, I would recommend calculating them yourself.

Other Notes

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Chipotle's Cilantro Lime Rice, Cilantro Lime Rice, Cilantro Lime Rice recipe