Chipotle’s rice is hard to beat, and this Chipotle copycat Cilantro Lime Rice is one of my favorites. It’s ideal for meal prep and quick weeknight dinners because it makes a reliable, flavorful side. The rice turns out fluffy, and the lime and cilantro give a bright, fresh lift. I like to keep a batch in the fridge and serve it with dishes like Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs or a Copycat Chipotle Steak.
What is Cilantro Lime Rice?
Cilantro lime rice is a simple, bright side dish: fluffy white rice seasoned with fresh lime juice, lime zest, and chopped cilantro. The combination creates a refreshing, slightly tangy flavor that complements tacos, grilled or roasted meats, seafood, bowls, and vegetarian mains. It’s light, versatile, and brings color and freshness to a meal.
This recipe is very easy and uses only a handful of ingredients.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Rice – Long-grain white rice works great; jasmine, basmati, or medium grain can be used as well.
- Limes – Fresh lime juice and zest provide bright acidity.
- Cilantro – Chopped cilantro adds fresh, citrusy, herbal notes.
- Salt – Kosher salt is recommended to season the rice evenly.
Cilantro Lime Rice
10 minutes
30 minutes
6
Ingredients
- 2 cups rice rinsed
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- ½ cup cilantro chopped fine
- 2 limes juiced
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
Nutrition
Serving:
343
g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be used as an approximation.
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