Cilantro Lime Rice

Cilantro Lime Rice

from dinneratthezoo.com
30 min
6 servings

This cilantro lime rice is fluffy long grain rice that's flavored with garlic, plenty of cilantro and fresh lime juice. An easy side dish that pairs perfectly with Mexican and Asian cuisines, and takes just minutes to put together.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1/2 cups long grain white rice (uncooked)
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/3 cup cilantro leaves (chopped)
  • cilantro sprigs and lime wedges for garnish (optional)

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add the rice and cook for 1-2 minutes or until lightly toasted. Add the garlic and cook for one minute, stirring constantly.

  3. 3

    Add the cumin, water, salt and pepper. Bring the pot to a boil.

  4. 4

    Cover the pot and turn the heat down to low. Simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is tender.

  5. 5

    Uncover the pot, then stir in the lime juice and cilantro. Fluff the rice with a fork.

  6. 6

    Garnish with cilantro sprigs and lime wedges if desired, then serve.