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Cilantro Lime Rice

This cilantro lime rice is the perfect side dish to any Mexican meal. We especially love it as a side to tacos, burritos, or sweet pork salad.
Course Side Dish Recipes
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 3 servings
Calories 105kcal
Author Jesseca

Equipment

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  • Add the water to medium pot. Bring to a full boil.
  • Stir in the uncooked rice and butter.
  • Cover and simmer on low for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork.
  • Stir in the lime zest, juice, and cilantro. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Servings | Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 38mg