Rice is such a staple with Mexican dishes. We love eating Mexican food at home. When I was pregnant with KK that’s all I ate was Mexican food. I think I ate more quesadillas and fajitas during that time then in my whole life. To this day Mexican is one of my favorite cuisines.
and Yes, it is also one of KK’s favorites also… (I guess I had something to do with that)
Cilantro Lime Rice is such a great addition to any Mexican meal. Adding fresh lime juice and cilantro gives any plain ice lots of flavor and definitely shakes things up a bit. Serve it with quesadillas, fajitas, burritos, tacos and especially Chicken Burrito bowls (I can’t wait to share the recipe with you this week).
Cilantro Lime Rice
Cilantro-lime rice is the perfect side dish for any meal especially any Mexican meal.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil or butter
- 2 teaspoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 cups white basmati rice
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- In a small heavy pot, add rice, water, 1/2 tsp oil + salt. Boil on high uncovered for 12 minutes.
- Fluff rice with a fork. Stir in cilantro and lime juice. Add additional salt to taste. Serve hot or at room temperature.
I love Mexican food! This rice looks awesome!
When I go to Mexican restaurants, sometimes my favorite part is the cilantro rice. Simple and flavorful. This is just begging to be tucked inside of a burrito!
I need to add more rice dishes like this to my rotation
I can’t get enough of cilantro! This is such a fun and flavorful way to enjoy it!!
Aren’t pregnancy cravings so funny! This rice looks delicious!
This looks great! I always make my rice plain but this looks like a nice change.
Rice is kind of a staple in our house and recently I have been adding all kinds of spices to it! Love this version!
Yes to rice! I can never get enough cilantro…my hubs however is one of “those” he’s missing the cilantro gene lol!
I know I would love this. Cilantro is so fresh tasting and I adore it with lime. I’m excited to try this.
Cilantro lime rice is a classic! I LOVE IT! I’m so glad that cilantro tastes good to me and not soapy like some poor folks.
Cilantro lime rice is one of my favorites!In fact I love adding cilantro to just about anything I can!