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Lime Cilantro Rice

Lime Cilantro Rice

This vibrant Lime Cilantro Rice has become a staple for our family meals. Whether we’re having taco night, grilling up some chicken, or even just craving a flavorful side dish to brighten up a simple weeknight dinner my zesty and refreshing cilantro lime rice is my new go to. It’s simpler than you think and guaranteed to be a hit with your own crew.

Author: It is a Keeper

Meal Type: Eggs Free

Cuisine: Mexican

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 4 Servings

Calories: 197 kcal per serving

Ingredients

  • 2 cups - Water
  • 1 cup - Long grain white rice
  • 1 tbsp - Butter
  • 1 tsp - Kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons - Lime zest
  • 2 tablespoons - Lime Juice
  • ½ cup - Cilantro

Instructions

  1. Bring the water to a boil.
  2. Rinse the rice.
  3. Stir in rice, butter and salt.
  4. Cover and reduce heat to low.
  5. Simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender.
  6. Turn off the heat, fluff rice and stir in the lime zest, lime juice and cilantro.
  7. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Energy: 197 kcal | Total Fat: 3 g | Saturated: 2 g | Trans: 0 g | Unsaturated: 0 g | Cholesterol: 8 mg | Total Carbs: 38 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugars: 0 g | Proteins: 3 g | Sodium: 612 mg | Polyunsaturated: 0 g | Monounsaturated: 1 g

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