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Best Cilantro Lime Rice
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Best Cilantro Lime Rice

White rice is cooked in chicken broth then tossed with lime juice and fresh cilantro in this popular Tex-Mex side dish.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Danelle

Ingredients

  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups white rice
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice divided
  • 2 teaspoons lime zest
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

  •  Bring chicken broth, water, butter and salt to a boil over high heat. Stir in rice and 1 tablespoon lime juice. Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until rice is tender.
  • Remove from heat and stir in 1-2 tablespoons more lime juice (to taste), lime zest and cilantro. Season with additional salt and pepper, if needed. Serve immediately.