Zesty Cilantro Lime Rice

Zesty Cilantro Lime Rice

25 mins
easy
6 servings

A vibrant and flavorful cilantro lime rice side dish, perfect for any meal. Quick, easy, and packed with fresh, bright flavors.

CilantroRiceSide Dish

Equipment Needed

  • Large Pot

Ingredients

  • 1.00 cupBasmati Rice(Use long-grain white rice for best results.)
  • 0.25 cupOnion(Finely chopped)
  • 1.00 cloveGarlic(Minced)
  • 1.75 cupWater(Adjust water amount based on rice type.)
  • 1.00 cupCilantro(Freshly chopped)
  • 1.00 limeLime Juice(Freshly squeezed)
  • 1.00 tablespoonOlive Oil(For sautéing)
  • 1.00 pinchSalt(To taste)

Instructions

1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until softened, about 2 minutes.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

2

Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

3

Stir in rice and cook for 1 minute, ensuring it's well coated.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

4

Pour in water and add salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes (Basmati) or 20 minutes (long-grain).

Estimated time: 15 minutes

5

Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

6

Fluff rice with a fork.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

7

Stir in cilantro and lime juice.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

8

Season with salt and lime juice to taste.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

9

Serve warm.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

10

Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges, if desired.

Estimated time: 1 minutes