Cilantro Lime Rice

Forget about Chipotle’s Cilantro Lime Rice and make your own! This recipe is bursting with fresh lime and cilantro flavor, and it’s perfect in burrito bowls or as a side dish for tacos, enchiladas and more!

Author: Flavor the Moments

Category: Vegetarian

Cuisine: Mexican

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 6 servings

Calories: 151 kcal per serving

Ingredients

2 tablespoons - oil
1 cup - long grain white rice
2 cups - water
¾ tsp - sea salt
1 tbsp - lime zest
3 tablespoons - fresh lime juice
¼ cup - cilantro

Instructions

Heat the oil in medium sauce pan over medium heat. Add the rice and cook, stirring often, for 2-3 minutes or until lightly golden. Add the salt and water, and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce the heat to medium low and simmer for 20 minutes. When the rice is done, remove from heat and let stand covered for 10 minutes.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork, then add the lime zest, lime juice and cilantro and mix in with your fork just until combined. Serve and enjoy!