Lime Cilantro Rice

Name: Lime Cilantro Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 2 cups water; 1 cup long-grain white rice; 1 tablespoon butter; 0.5 cup chopped cilantro; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 teaspoon lime zest

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This cilantro lime rice is easy and delicious! Great with salmon, chicken, or turkey tacos.

Recipe by Chris Beth S

Updated on March 14, 2023

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

2 cups

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Ingredients

2 cups water
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 tablespoon butter
½ cup chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon lime zest

Directions

Gather all ingredients.

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Bring water to a boil in a small saucepan. Stir in rice and butter. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender, about 20 minutes.

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Just before serving, add cilantro, lime juice, and lime zest.

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Enjoy!

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

85	Calories
3g	Fat
13g	Carbs
2g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 85
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3g	4%
Saturated Fat 2g	10%
Cholesterol 8mg	3%
Sodium 29mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 13g	5%
Dietary Fiber 1g	4%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 2g
Vitamin C 5mg	23%
Calcium 12mg	1%
Iron 0mg	2%
Potassium 97mg	2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.