Cilantro Lime Rice
from loveandlemons.com
Side Dish
25 min
This easy cilantro lime rice recipe is a great side dish for Asian or Mexican-inspired meals. Of course, we also love it in homemade burrito bowls!
Ingredients
- 1 cuplong-grain jasmine rice (rinsed well and drained)
- 1 ½ cupswater
- 3 teaspoonsextra-virgin olive oil
- 1 smallgarlic clove (finely minced)
- 2scallions (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoonlime zest
- ¼ teaspoonsea salt
- 1 ½ tablespoonsfresh lime juice
- ½ cupfinely chopped fresh cilantro
- red pepper flakes ( or ¼ diced jalapeño, optional)
Directions
- 1
Combine the rice, water, and 1 teaspoon of the olive oil in a medium saucepan with a lid. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce to a simmer. Simmer for 20 minutes (or check the time listed on the package of your rice).
- 2
Uncover and fluff with a fork. Add the garlic, scallions, and lime zest and stir to combine. Let cool for 1 minute, then add the remaining 2 teaspoons of olive oil, ¼ teaspoon salt, lime juice, cilantro, and red pepper flakes or jalapeño, if using. Stir to combine and season to taste.