Cilantro Lime Rice
Fluffy white rice infused with bright cilantro and tangy lime juice. A vibrant side that pairs with any Mexican-inspired meal and takes just 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 205
- Protein
- 4g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Rinse rice under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve until water runs clear, about 30 seconds.
Step 2
Bring water and salt to a boil in a medium pot. Add rinsed rice and stir once.
Step 3
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
Step 4
Remove from heat and let sit covered for 2 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
Step 5
Stir in fresh cilantro and lime juice. Taste and adjust salt if needed. Serve warm.
Tools you’ll need
- medium pot with lid
- fine-mesh sieve
- fork
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