Description
Cilantro Lime Rice Bowls are a vibrant and refreshing dish bursting with zesty lime, fragrant cilantro, and fluffy rice. This quick-to-prepare meal is perfect for any occasion, from Taco Tuesdays to sunny picnics. Customize your bowl with your favorite toppings, making it not only delicious but also a feast for the eyes. Enjoy it as a main dish or a side that elevates any meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain rice (basmati or jasmine)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime (approximately 2 tablespoons)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse rice under cold water until clear. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice, 2 cups of water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until all water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit for an additional 5 minutes.
- While the rice cooks, chop cilantro and mince garlic.
- Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and mix in cilantro, garlic, lime juice, and olive oil.
- Toss well to combine, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve warm or chilled, garnished with extra cilantro or lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate your proteins while cooking the rice. Consider adding seasonal vegetables or swapping proteins for variety—mango or avocado can add creamy texture.