Description
This Cilantro Lime Rice recipe is a flavorful and vibrant side dish that pairs perfectly with a variety of main courses. The combination of fresh cilantro, zesty lime, and aromatic garlic elevates simple white rice into a dish bursting with delicious flavors.
Ingredients
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For the Cilantro Lime Rice:
- 2 cups long grain white rice
- 3 cups water
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 teaspoons lime zest
- 2 Tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatic Base: Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan, sauté minced garlic and rice until fragrant.
- Cook the Rice: Add water, salt, and simmer covered until rice is cooked.
- Finish with Flavors: Stir in cilantro, lime juice, lime zest, and salt.
Notes
- Experiment with recipe variations to customize the dish to your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
