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Fluffy Cilantro Lime Rice for Burrito Bowls

A close-up of a fluffy mound of bright green Cilantro Lime Rice garnished with fresh cilantro leaves.
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A straightforward recipe for making bright, zesty cilantro lime rice that holds its texture well in burrito bowls.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups long-grain white rice, rinsed
  • 2 1/2 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or neutral cooking oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
  • Zest of 1 lime

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rice under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear. Drain well.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water or broth, oil, and salt.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  4. Once boiling, immediately reduce the heat to the lowest setting, cover the saucepan tightly, and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it stand, covered, for an additional 10 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this resting period.
  6. Remove the lid. Fluff the rice gently with a fork.
  7. Add the chopped cilantro, lime juice, and lime zest to the rice. Gently fold the ingredients together until evenly distributed.
  8. Serve immediately or let cool slightly before using in your burrito bowls.

Notes

  • For a firmer texture suitable for meal prepping, reduce the liquid by 1/4 cup.
  • If you use brown rice, increase the cooking time to 40 minutes and the resting time to 15 minutes.
  • This recipe is naturally vegetarian and vegan.

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