Cilantro Lime Rice
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1.5 cups chicken broth water or vegetable broth
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- juiced of one lime use zest for more lime flavor
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the rice. Rinse the rice in a mesh sieve under cold water to remove the excess starch from the outside of the grain. Rinsing the rice before cooking will prevent the cooked rice from being sticky.
- Sauté garlic. In medium pot over medium heat, sauté the garlic in olive oil for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until fragrant. Add the rice, salt, and water to the pot and stir.
- Cook the rice. Bring the water to a boil, cover with a lid, return the heat to low, and let it simmer for about 12-15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it steam for 10 more minutes, keeping the lid on the pot.
- Add lime and cilantro. Fluff the rice using a fork or wooden spoon. Add the lime juice and cilantro, and toss together. Add more salt to taste and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Cilantro Lime Rice
Amount Per Serving (0.5 cup)
Calories 207
Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Fat 4g6%
Carbohydrates 39g13%
Protein 4g8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Notes
- To store leftovers: Store the rice in an airtight container and consume it within 3 to 4 days.
- To freeze: Transfer the rice to a freezer-safe container or bag and keep it in the freezer for up to 3 months. Allow the rice to thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat in a skillet or microwave.