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Cilantro Lime Rice for Burrito Bowls

A close-up of fluffy Cilantro Lime Rice topped with fresh green herbs and bright yellow lime zest in a white bowl.
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A simple recipe for fluffy, zesty cilantro lime rice perfect as the base for your homemade burrito bowls.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rice under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear. Drain well.
  2. Combine the rinsed rice, water or broth, olive oil, and salt in a medium saucepan.
  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 18 minutes without lifting the lid.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Do not remove the lid during this resting period.
  6. Fluff the rice gently with a fork.
  7. Stir in the chopped cilantro, fresh lime juice, and lime zest until evenly distributed.
  8. Taste and add more salt if needed before serving as the base for your burrito bowls.

Notes

  • For a brighter flavor, use key lime juice instead of standard lime juice.
  • If you are making this ahead of time, store it in the refrigerator and add a tablespoon of water or broth when reheating to restore moisture.
  • To make this recipe suitable for meal prep, cook the rice completely, cool it, and store it in airtight containers for up to 4 days.

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