Cilantro Lime Rice

Sometimes at the end of the month I have more meals left than budget.  That's when I try to get resourceful and stretch my dime the best I can.  It's from that place that my recipe for Cilantro Lime Rice was born.  I was having friends over for a dinner party and didn't have a lot of money to do it with.  After I bought the supplies for the entree the bulk of my budget was gone, so I went to my trusty pantry to see what I could come up with.  I had some cilantro and lime left from the Tequila Lime Chicken and Pico de Gallo, then I saw the rice & I thought cilantro lime rice, perfect!  It was simple, flavorful, and inexpensive.  The perfect compliment to my meal.  I know you're going to love it, so...

Let's Get Started!

Cilantro Lime Rice:
*Prep Time:  2 min.  *Cook Time:  15-20 min.  *Difficulty:  Easy  *Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

• 2 c. Water
• 1 c. Long Grain White Rice
• 1 Lime, zested and juiced
• 1/4 c. Fresh Cilantro, chopped
• 1 tsp. Salt
• 1/2 tsp. Pepper

This recipe is going to go by quickly, so pay attention.

To begin, place a sauce pot over medium/high heat and pour in the water along with

the lime zest and

juice.

Add the salt and

bring to a boil.

Once at a rolling boil. add the rice.
Lower the heat and bring the rice up to a simmer, cover, and let cook for 15 to 20 minutes until all of the liquid has been absorbed.

After the rice has finished cooking, fluff with a fork, add the chopped cilantro, and gently stir.
Taste for seasoning and make any adjustments you feel it needs.

And there you have it!  It really is that simple!  The rice is fluffy and filling.  The salt and lime juice beautifully compliment each other.  And the cilantro gives the whole thing a lovely freshness.  It's the perfect side for your next Mexican feast!  I know you and your loved ones are going to rave about this dish, so get in the kitchen and give it a try TONIGHT!

And as always...

Happy Reading, Happy Eating, and Happy Living,
~The Kitchen Wife~

Cilantro Lime Rice:
*Prep Time:  2 min.  *Cook Time:  15-20 min.  *Difficulty:  Easy  *Servings: 4-6

PRINTABLE RECIPE

Ingredients:

• 2 c. Water
• 1 c. Long Grain White Rice
• 1 Lime, zested and juiced
• 1/4 c. Fresh Cilantro, chopped
• 1 tsp. Salt
• 1/2 tsp. Pepper

Directions:

1. Place a sauce pot over medium/high heat and add the water, lime zest, lime juice, and salt.  
2. Bring the water to a rolling boil, and add the rice. 
3. Lower the heat and bring the rice up to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes until all of the liquid has been absorbed.  
4. After the 15-20 minutes, fluff the rice with a fork, add the cilantro, and gently stir. 
5. Taste for seasoning, and make any adjustments you feel it needs.  
6. Serve and Enjoy!