Cilantro Lime Brown Rice
This Cilantro Lime Brown Rice recipe puts a hearty twist on the classic side dish from Chipotle. Ready in just 30 minutes and full of fresh and zesty flavors, it’s a must-have with burritos and other Mexican-inspired meals! Stovetop and Instant Pot instructions included.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 cup long grain brown rice
- 3 cups water
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt plus more to taste
Instructions
- Add the rice to a mesh sieve and run water over it for a minute or two, then transfer it to a large saucepan. Add the water, then bring the rice to a boil. Cover with a lid, reduce heat to a simmer and simmer until the rice is cooked, about 20 minutes.
- Remove the lid, then add the lime juice, cilantro, olive oil, and salt and stir to combine. Do a quick taste test, then add more lime juice and/or salt to taste. Enjoy!
Notes
*Calories are per serving and are an estimation.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 206kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 304mg | Potassium: 126mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 75IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg
