Cilantro Lime Rice Recipe Video
Ingredients
| Lime zest | 1 | |
| Olive oil | 1 Tablespoon | |
| Basmati rice | 1 Cup (16 tbs) | |
| Chicken broth | 1 1⁄2 Cup (24 tbs) | |
| Fresh lime juice | 2 Tablespoon | |
| Cilantro | 1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs) (chopped) | |
| Salt | 1 Teaspoon |
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: Complete recipe
Calories 838 Calories from Fat 143
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 16 g25.1%
Saturated Fat 2.4 g12%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 2857 mg119%
Total Carbohydrates 154 g51.3%
Dietary Fiber 3.8 g15.3%
Sugars 3 g
Protein 15 g30.4%
Vitamin A 11.6% Vitamin C 48.3%
Calcium 7.4% Iron 10.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Directions
Add the chicken broth, salt, lime juice and bring to a boil. Cover and cook on low for 15 minutes or according to rice package directions.
When the rice is done, add lime zest and chopped cilantro and stir to mix in. Serve immediately.
If you are using regular long grain rice, follow the cooking directions on the box regarding the amount of liquid to use and the cooking time.
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