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A bright, zesty side dish featuring fluffy long-grain white rice with fresh lime, garlic, and herbs for a lively and fresh flavor. Ideal as a versatile accompaniment to Mexican-inspired meals or bowls.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice (such as Jasmine)
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1½ cups water or broth
  • 1 lime, zested and juiced (about 2 tablespoons lime juice)
  • ½ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rice in a fine mesh sieve under running water until the water runs clear; drain well.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  4. Add the rinsed rice and kosher salt; stir and lightly toast the rice for about 1 minute, coating grains with the seasoned oil.
  5. Pour in water or broth and bring to a boil.
  6. Cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
  7. Remove from heat but keep covered; let the rice steam for an additional 10 minutes.
  8. Add lime juice, lime zest, and chopped cilantro to the warm rice; gently stir to combine.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary; serve immediately.

Notes

Rinsing the rice removes excess surface starch and helps keep the grains separate and fluffy., Take care not to overbrown the garlic; sauté it just until fragrant., Keep the pot covered during the steaming period to allow proper moisture absorption., Add fresh lime juice and cilantro at the end to keep their flavors bright., Extra lime wedges can be served on the side for added citrus flavor., For a rice cooker method, cook the rice normally, then stir in sautéed garlic, lime juice, zest, and cilantro after cooking.

  • Author: Ashley
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 206 calories per serving
  • Fat: 4 grams per serving
  • Carbohydrates: 39 grams per serving
  • Protein: 4 grams per serving