Cilantro Lime Rice: Weeknight Game Changer!
Fluffy cilantro lime rice, infused with fresh lime zest and juice, makes a perfect quick side dish.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons avocado oil
- 1 cup long grain white rice (such as jasmine or basmati)
- 1 ½ cups water
- ¼ teaspoon fine salt
- Zest and juice of 1 medium lime (2 tablespoons juice + 1 teaspoon zest)
- ½ cup loose-packed finely chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add avocado oil and rice; stir constantly for 1 minute to toast the rice.
- Add 1 ½ cups water and ¼ teaspoon fine salt; stir.
- Increase heat to high and bring rice to a boil, stirring occasionally. Cover pan, reduce heat to low.
- Simmer, covered, until water is absorbed and rice is tender, about 13-15 minutes.
- Remove pan from heat, keep covered, and let steam for 10 minutes.
- Remove lid, stir in lime zest, lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Fluff with a fork and serve warm.
Notes
- Toasting the rice before adding liquid enhances its nutty flavor and texture.
- For extra vibrant color, add the cilantro and lime juice just before serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- For extra vibrant color, add the cilantro and lime juice just before serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.