Cilantro Lime Rice

Name: Cilantro Lime Rice
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 13 min
Total time: 18 min
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1½ cup long-grain rice; 2½ cup water or broth; ¾ tsp salt; 2 tsp fresh lime zest; 3 tbsp fresh lime juice; ¾ cup fresh cilantro (finely chopped)

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:13min

Cilantro Lime Rice is the classic side dish that can go with nearly every dish. Fresh, bright, light and citrusy, it is filling but not heavy on your stomach—and it‘s easy to make as well.

Updated at: Mon, 31 Aug 2026 02:31:41 GMT