A stir-in of cilantro and lime juice transforms plain cooked rice into a lively side that's an ideal accompaniment for Mexican main dishes, such as Chicken Fajita Tostadas.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Cuisine-Inspired Recipes Mexican-Inspired Recipes
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, bring 1 1/2 cups water to a boil. Add rice and 1/4 teaspoon salt; cover, and reduce to a simmer. Cook until water is absorbed and rice is just tender, 16 to 18 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a blender, combine cilantro, lime juice, oil, garlic, and 2 tablespoons water; blend until smooth. Stir into cooked rice, and fluff with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 g, Fat 4 g, Protein 3 g, Sodium 4 g
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Sajid Yaqoob
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the rice is always perfect.
Isongo Ngombane
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy side dish. The cilantro and lime give it a nice flavor.
Mutesi Lydia
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! It's a great side dish for any meal.
Munni Gupta
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I used it to make a burrito bowl and it was delicious.
Louis Collette
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the rice is always fluffy and flavorful.
Bilal ur rehman
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.
Zac Brink
[email protected]I've tried several recipes for cilantro lime rice and this one is by far the best! The flavors are perfect.
Akeem Olayinka
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for cilantro lime rice. It's so easy to make and always turns out great.
Shamroz ghouri
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.
Nangobi Shamie
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to add some flavor to plain rice. I love the combination of cilantro and lime.
Stevie Apiata
[email protected]I added some black beans and corn to this recipe and it was amazing! It's a great way to use up leftover rice.
Rahmat Ulla
[email protected]This was my first time making cilantro lime rice and it was delicious! I used brown rice and it turned out great.
Gbemisola Oshipitan
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The cilantro and lime give it such a fresh and flavorful taste.
Marjorie Hernandez
[email protected]This recipe was so easy to follow and the rice turned out perfectly! I will definitely be making this again.