Description
A bright and fluffy rice dish with a buttery comfort and citrus lift from lime and herbs, perfect as a side or base for bowls.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, zested and juiced
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1–2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: pinch of cumin or cayenne
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Finely chop cilantro and reserve some for garnish. Zest and juice the lime.
- In a medium saucepan, heat butter or olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, 30 seconds.
- Add the rinsed rice to the pan and toast gently for 1 minute.
- Pour in the broth, lime zest, and salt, then bring to a gentle simmer. Cover and reduce heat to low.
- Cook for 15-18 minutes without lifting the lid. Remove from heat and let it rest, covered, for 5-10 minutes.
- Fluff rice with a fork and stir in lime juice, chopped cilantro, and an extra tablespoon of butter.
- Serve immediately or cool for use in bowls and salads.
Notes
For a heartier version, layer under casseroles or mix with sautéed vegetables for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: rice, cafe rio, cilantro lime, side dish, vegetarian
