Description
Cilantro lime rice made in a rice cooker is a vibrant and zesty side dish that brightens up any meal. This easy-to-make recipe features fluffy long-grain white rice infused with fresh cilantro and zesty lime juice, making it the perfect complement for tacos, grilled meats, or as a flavorful base for burrito bowls. Enjoy the delightful explosion of flavor with minimal effort!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups long-grain white rice
- 4 cups chicken broth or water
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse the long-grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- Add the rinsed rice, chicken broth (or water), and salt to the rice cooker; stir gently to combine.
- Close the lid and cook according to your rice cooker’s instructions.
- Once cooking is complete, let it sit for five minutes before fluffing the rice with a fork.
- Stir in the fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro; taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve warm alongside your favorite dishes or use as a base for flavorful bowls.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooked in Rice Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg