Best 5 Simple Supper Lime Cilantro Rice Recipes

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Are you looking for a quick and refreshing meal that packs both flavor and nutrition? Look no further than our simple supper lime cilantro rice recipe! This easy-to-make dish combines the zesty flavors of lime and cilantro with the comfort of fluffy rice, creating a vibrant and satisfying meal. With a few pantry staples and a handful of fresh ingredients, you can have a delectable supper on the table in no time. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this delightful recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights, casual gatherings, or simply a light and flavorful meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LIME CILANTRO RICE



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Easy and delicious! Great with salmon, chicken, or turkey tacos.

Provided by Chris Beth S

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups water
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 teaspoon lime zest
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
½ cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Bring the water to a boil; stir the butter and rice into the water. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Stir the lime zest, lime juice, and cilantro into the cooked rice just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 28.5 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

PERFECT CILANTRO LIME RICE



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How to make delicious and flavorful cilantro lime rice that tastes even better than your favorite restaurants! Stock or broth substituted for the water adds additional flavor. We love using chicken or vegetable stock. If you do use stock, take care to add salt to taste since the stock may already have some salt added.

Provided by Adam and Joanne Gallagher

Categories     Side Dish

Time 35m

Yield Makes about 5 1/4 cups rice

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups (280 grams) long grain white rice
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter, plus more for serving
1/2 cup (70 grams) finely minced onion (1 small)
2 teaspoons minced garlic (2 medium cloves)
2 1/4 cups (530 ml) water, vegetable stock or chicken stock
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt or to taste, see notes
3 tablespoons fresh squeezed lime juice
1 cup (30 grams) roughly chopped fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems

Steps:

  • Rinse the rice with cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well in a fine-mesh sieve and set aside. This removes excess starch and helps the rice cook up fluffy and light.
  • Heat a medium saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, over medium heat. Add the oil or butter. When hot, add the rinsed rice and onion. Cook, stirring often, until the rice turns from translucent to a brighter white and the onion is soft, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring it around the pan until fragrant, but not browned, about 30 seconds.
  • Pour in the warm water or stock and stir, knocking any grains of rice that are stuck to the sides of the pan. Season with salt, reduce the heat to the lowest setting and cover with a lid. Cook, covered for 15 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and leave alone (still covered) for 10 minutes. Uncover and test a grain of rice. If the rice is still a little hard, place the lid back onto the rice and place over low heat for another 5 minutes. If the rice looks too dry, scatter a tablespoon or two of extra water over the rice before placing back onto the heat.
  • When the rice is done, scatter the lime juice and cilantro on top. Use a fork to gently fluff the rice and incorporate the lime juice and cilantro into the rice. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize About 1/2 cup, Calories 119, Fat 1.6g, SaturatedFat 0.3g, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 60.8mg, Carbohydrate 23.6mg, Fiber 0.6g, Sugar 0.5g, Protein 2.2g

SIMPLE SUPPER: LIME-CILANTRO RICE



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Recipe from "The Martha Stewart Show" TV kitchen.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup white rice
Juice of 1/2 lime
1 tablespoon freshly chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups water, butter, salt, and cumin to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir in rice, and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook, covered, until liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat; add lime juice and cilantro. Fluff with a fork until combined. Serve immediately.

EASY CILANTRO-LIME RICE



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Serve this cilantro-lime rice with tequila-lime chicken!

Provided by Leanne Kramer Chesshir

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup basmati rice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup chopped cilantro
¼ cup whole-kernel corn
2 teaspoons green onions, chopped
1 lime, zested

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir rice and garlic in hot oil until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir chicken broth, lime juice, and salt into rice; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir cilantro, corn, green onions, and lime zest into rice until well-mixed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.7 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Cholesterol 1.3 mg, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 650.2 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

CILANTRO-LIME RICE



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My family's favorite Mexican restaurant serves a similar rice as a side dish. I threw this together one night when I was making fajitas, and everyone loved it! It's such an easy side dish and pairs well with kabobs on the grill, too. -Robin Baskette, Lexington, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup uncooked jasmine rice
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine rice and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, 12-15 minutes. Add lime juice, cilantro and nutmeg; fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 191mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish. Look for fresh, ripe limes and cilantro, and use a good quality rice.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. You can add other vegetables to your rice, such as black beans, corn, or bell peppers. You can also change up the seasonings to create a different flavor profile.
  • Make sure to rinse your rice before cooking it. This will help to remove any starch and make the rice less sticky.
  • Cook the rice according to the package directions. This will ensure that it is cooked properly.
  • Let the rice cool slightly before adding the other ingredients. This will help to prevent the rice from becoming mushy.
  • Serve the rice warm or at room temperature. It can be served as a side dish or as a main course.

Conclusion:

Lime cilantro rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It can be served as a side dish or as a main course, and it is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give lime cilantro rice a try.

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