This recipe is so easy, even I can manage it, and trust me, my cooking skills are…let’s just say ‘developing’. But this Lime & Cilantro Rice is a game-changer! It’s simple, but it adds a bright, refreshing pop to any meal. Think of it as the culinary equivalent of a spring breeze on a warm day—that kind of light and zesty.
I was inspired to create this dish after a particularly underwhelming restaurant experience. Their rice was bland, boring, and quite frankly, sad. I vowed to make my own version—something bursting with flavor and zest. This recipe is my personal ‘revenge’ on boring rice!
Required Equipments
- Medium saucepan
- Rice cooker (optional)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon or spatula
Lime and Cilantro Rice
This vibrant and flavorful Lime & Cilantro Rice recipe is incredibly easy to make and adds a fresh, zesty element to any meal. Perfect as a side dish or the base for your favorite bowls and burritos!
⏳ Yield & Time
Yield: 2 servings
Preparation Time: 1 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time:
🍽 Ingredients
📖 Instructions
- First, rinse the rice: Give your rice a good rinse under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch and prevents clumping. I usually do this in a fine-mesh sieve, makes it super easy.
- Next, we’ll combine ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir gently to ensure everything’s evenly distributed. If you're using a rice cooker, follow the manufacturer's instructions for water-to-rice ratio but still add the lime juice and salt at this stage.
- Bring to a boil: Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the rice is tender. For a rice cooker, simply press the cook button and let the appliance do its magic.
- Fluff and finish: Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. This allows the steam to finish cooking the rice and makes it nice and fluffy. Then, use a fork to gently fluff the rice. Stir in the chopped cilantro and, if using, a little extra lime juice. Taste it and add more salt or lime if needed. Trust your taste buds!
- Serve and enjoy: Serve your zesty lime and cilantro rice immediately as a side dish or as a base for other dishes such as tacos, bowls, or burritos. The vibrant flavors complement almost everything!
📝 Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a clove of minced garlic or a pinch of chili powder.
- Adjust the amount of lime juice to your taste; some like it zestier than others!
🍎 Nutrition
Calories: 210 kcal
Protein: 4 g
Fat: 1 g
Carbohydrates: 45 g
Fiber: 1 g
Calcium: 10 mg
