Description
The best Cilantro Lime Rice (better than Chipotle!) and so easy to make! This simple side dish can easily be paired so many different meals and never disappoints. If you are looking for a delicious staple recipe to keep in your healthy recipe arsenal, this is it!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons oil (can be avocado or olive)
- 2 cups jasmine rice, rinsed and drained
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ⅓ cups water
- 1 – 13.5 oz can of full fat coconut milk
- ¼ cup lime juice
- Zest of one lime
- ⅓ cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Add the oil, rice, coconut milk, water, and salt, to a medium non-stick saucepan that has a tight fitting lid. Bring the rice to a boil, cover with the lid, and reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Cook the rice for 15-20 minutes until all of the liquid has absorbed or according to the instructions on the package.
- Once the rice has cooked, fluff it with a fork and let cool slightly.
- Next, add the chopped cilantro, lime juice, and lime zest.
- Use a fork to continue to fluff the rice until everything is well combined and then give the rice a taste. Adjust the seasoning to your liking and enjoy warm!