Description
Cilantro Lime Rice Bowls are a vibrant, zesty dish that brightens any meal. Fluffy long-grain rice is infused with fresh lime juice and aromatic cilantro, making it the perfect side for grilled meats or a delicious base for vegetarian toppings. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, this dish transforms ordinary dinners into an exciting culinary experience. Enjoy it as a staple for weeknight meals or impress your guests at gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp 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, then cover and reduce heat to simmer for about 15-20 minutes.
- After 10 minutes of cooking, add garlic powder along with salt and pepper.
- Once cooked, let sit covered for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Fluff rice with a fork and gently mix in chopped cilantro and lime juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg