Description
Elevate your meals with this vibrant Cilantro Lime Rice Bowl, a dish that brings together fluffy rice, zesty lime, and fresh cilantro for a burst of tropical flavor. Perfect as a side or a main dish, this recipe is easy to customize, making it ideal for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, each bite will transport you to flavor paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and cover. Simmer for about 15 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.
- While the rice cooks, chop cilantro and mince garlic.
- Once cooked, remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork; stir in lime juice, garlic, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
- Serve in bowls and top with additional cilantro or sliced avocado if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg