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Cilantro Lime Rice in Rice Cooker

A flavorful and aromatic rice dish infused with fresh cilantro and zesty lime, perfect as a side for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Rice and Seasoning
  • 2 cups long-grain white rice rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil optional
  • 1 lime juice and zest freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped

Method
 

Cooking the Rice
  1. In the rice cooker, combine the rinsed rice, water, salt, and olive oil. Stir to mix well.
  2. Close the lid and set the rice cooker to the 'white rice' setting. Start the cooker.
  3. Once the rice is cooked, let it sit for 5 minutes before opening the lid.
Finishing Touches
  1. Fluff the rice with a fork and add the lime juice, lime zest, and chopped cilantro. Mix gently to combine.
  2. Serve warm as a side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For added flavor, consider adding minced garlic or onion during cooking.

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