Cilantro lime rice is a delicious and versatile side dish perfect for a variety of Mexican and Latin American-inspired meals. It's simple to make and only requires a few ingredients.
In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice, water, olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, salt, cumin, and black pepper.
Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is cooked through.
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Cilantro Lime Coconut Rice: Add 1/4 cup of unsweetened coconut milk to the rice cooker along with the other ingredients.
Variations:
Black Bean Cilantro Lime Rice: Stir in 1/2 cup of cooked black beans to the rice after it has finished cooking.
Mango Cilantro Lime Rice: Add 1 cup of chopped mango to the rice after it has finished cooking.
Cilantro Lime Rice with Corn: Stir in 1/2 cup of cooked corn kernels to the rice after it has finished cooking.