Garlic Cilantro Lime Rice
An easy take out recipe made right in your own kitchen, this Cilantro Lime Rice is simple and full of flavor. It's the perfect side to all of your favorite dinners!
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive or canola oil
- 1 cup long-grain white rice or basmati rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 limes zested and juiced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 3 tablespoons fresh minced cilantro
Instructions
- Heat oil in a 3-quart saucepan or deep skillet. Stir in the rice and the juice of 1 lime. Cook, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes. Rice should turn a bright white.
- Stir in garlic and lime zest and cook for another minute.
- Stir in chicken broth and remaining lime juice and bring to a boil.
- Cover and reduce heat to low. Let rice simmer for 17-20 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed. Do not open the lid as the steam is needed for the cooking process.
- Fluff rice with a fork and stir in cilantro. Serve with additional lime wedges for garnish.
Notes
Water can be used in place of chicken broth.
Feel free to adjust the amount of cilantro to your liking.
Nutrition
Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 289mg | Potassium: 121mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 25IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg
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