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Chipotle Cilantro Lime Rice

Cilantro Lime Rice - Chipotle Copycat

Fluffy, zesty, and fresh, this Cilantro Lime Rice - Chipotle Copycat is the perfect base for burrito bowls, tacos, weeknight dinners or meal prep for the week. Made with fresh lime juice, cilantro, and tender long-grain rice, it comes together in 30ish minutes — no takeout line required.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups extra long grain rice basmati, jasmine, etc.
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 3-4 tbsp fresh lime juice (or more if you want!)
  • ⅓ cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 5 teaspoons oil divided

Instructions
 

  • In a medium pot, combine rice, water, 2 teaspoons of the oil, and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat.
  • When the water just skims the top of the rice, turn the heat down to low, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes. Turn off the heat and let it steam for 5 more minutes — lid on, no peeking!
  • In a medium bowl, combine chopped cilantro, fresh lime juice, the cooked rice, and the remaining oil. Toss gently until every grain is coated in herby, citrusy goodness.

Notes

Pro Tips

  • For extra lime flavor, zest one lime and mix it in with the juice.
  • Make it in a rice cooker or Instant Pot for an even easier version.
  • Swap vegetable oil for olive oil for a lighter taste.
  • Rinse rice before cooking for extra fluffy results.

 

Pairing Suggestions

  • Build your own burrito bowl with grilled chicken, beans, corn, and salsa.

Nutrition

Serving: 6 ServingsCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gSodium: 590mgPotassium: 67mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 64IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 0.4mg
Keyword chipotle lime rice, copycat chipotle rice, easy side dish, meal prep
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