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Cilantro lime rice in a bowl.
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Cilantro Lime Rice (Chipotle Copycat)

Cilantro lime rice is a bright and flavorful dish that will freshen up any meal. It's easy to make and comes together quickly. Watch the video below to see how I make it in my kitchen!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Chipotle rice, Cilantro Lime Rice, Cilantro Rice
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Lisa Bryan

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Rinse the rice in a fine mesh sieve until the water runs clear. Set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and saute for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  • Add the rice and salt, and stir the rice for a minute, lightly toasting it.
  • Add the water, bring it to a boil, cover the pot, and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
  • Remove the pot from heat (keep it covered) and let it steam for an additional 10 minutes.
  • Add the lime juice, lime zest, and chopped cilantro. Stir everything together and serve immediately!

Video

Nutrition

Calories: 206kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 299mg | Potassium: 81mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 135IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg