Description
This Thanksgiving Lime and Cilantro Rice Bowl is a vibrant, zesty dish that brings a refreshing twist to your holiday table. Fluffy rice infused with fresh lime juice and aromatic cilantro creates a delightful harmony of flavors. Perfect as a side or base for proteins, this quick-to-prepare recipe is visually stunning, making it an ideal choice for festive gatherings or everyday meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- Juice of 2 fresh limes
- ? cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until it runs clear to remove excess starch.
- In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- While the rice cooks, mix lime juice, cilantro, and minced garlic in a bowl.
- Once the rice is cooked, fluff with a fork and fold in the lime-cilantro mixture until evenly coated.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg