Description
Cilantro green rice is a vibrant and flavorful side dish that brightens any meal. Infused with fresh cilantro, zesty lime, and aromatic garlic, this fluffy rice complements tacos, barbecues, or serves as a base for burrito bowls. Its lively green color and delightful taste make it an instant favorite for gatherings, ensuring everyone asks for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, packed
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add rinsed rice to the pan and stir for about 2 minutes until coated in oil.
- Pour in vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 15-20 minutes without lifting the lid.
- Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork, then stir in chopped cilantro and lime juice.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg