Name: Cilantro Lime Rice
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 cup long-grain jasmine rice (rinsed well and drained); 1½ cups water; 3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 small garlic clove (finely minced); 2 scallions (finely chopped); 1 teaspoon lime zest; ¼ to ½ teaspoon sea salt; 1½ tablespoons fresh lime juice; ½ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro; Pinch red pepper flakes ( or ¼ diced jalapeño, optional)

Cilantro Lime Rice

This easy cilantro lime rice recipe is a great side dish for Asian or Mexican-inspired meals. Of course, we also love it in homemade burrito bowls!

25 min total 5 min prep 20 min cook 4

Instructions

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1 Combine the rice, water, and 1 teaspoon of the olive oil in a medium saucepan with a lid. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce to a simmer. Simmer for 20 minutes (or check the time listed on the package of your rice).
2 Uncover and fluff with a fork. Add the garlic, scallions, and lime zest and stir to combine. Let cool for 1 minute, then add the remaining 2 teaspoons of olive oil, ¼ teaspoon salt, lime juice, cilantro, and red pepper flakes or jalapeño, if using. Stir to combine and season to taste.