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Home » Side Dish » Cilantro Lime Rice

Published: Sep 3, 2016 · Modified: Dec 8, 2020 by Kathy · This post may contain affiliate links

Cilantro Lime Rice

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A bowlful of cilantro lime rice

Cilantro Lime Rice is a perfect side dish to accompany any dinner.

White rice with bits of fresh herbs on a plate with a tortilla and tomatoes.

We eat Mexican food in our family at least once a week....sometimes twice! No matter the entrée, you need some great side dishes to serve too.

My crock pot refried beans are a staple that I make often. The beans make a huge batch that I freeze in smaller portions. This Cilantro Lime Rice is another go to side dish for us. It's packed full of flavor and can be made quickly.

The rice goes nicely with black bean flautas, beef chimichangas and baked corn chips.

A white plated filled with rice, limes and tortillas.

Last night we attended the high school  football game. Luckily we had fueled up with a filling dinner of tacos with shredded chicken and this cilantro lime rice.

Just before the end of the first half the game was delayed by lightning. Apparently once a lightning delay is called, you have to wait 30 minutes before play can resume....that's 30 minutes after the last lightning strike.

And wouldn't you know it....we had a doozy of a storm. We ended up with a 1 ½ hour delay. Yikes! Then once they played they finished the first half and had to take a ten minute break for half time!

Let me tell you, it was hard work sitting up in those bleachers for entire 3 ½ hour game, but at least we were in a covered section. The away team had to take shelter during the deluge of a rain storm.  The game was fun even though it ended 10-13 🙁

If you love the taste of fresh cilantro, you might also enjoy this Cilantro Lime Dressing.

Let me know if you've made this delicious rice. You can comment below or take a picture and tag me on Instagram @beyondthechickencoop

A blue and white patterned bowl filled with rice.
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Cilantro Lime Rice

Cilantro Lime Rice

Kathy
A perfect rice to accompany any Mexican dish.
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 20 mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 people
Calories 113 kcal
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup long grain rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 whole bay leaf
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 whole juice from 1 lime
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro

Instructions
 

  • Place the rice in a large bowl. Cover with water. Swish rice with your hand. Drain and repeat 3 times.
  • Put 2 cups water into a pot along with rice, bay leaf, and salt
  • Bring to a boil and simmer for 10-15 minutes until rice is tender.
  • Fluff with a fork.
  • Place in a bowl and pour lime juice over rice.
  • Add chopped cilantro and mix lightly.
  • Serve while still warm.

Notes

Rice can be made ahead of time and reheated.

Nutrition

Calories: 113kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gSodium: 102mgPotassium: 35mgVitamin A: 55IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 0.3mg
Keyword rice, rice dishes
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Comments

  1. allie @ Through Her Looking Glass says

    September 06, 2016 at 9:53 am

    The delay is worth it for football!!! The season has begun with quite a "spark"! This rice looks over the top delicious, I have never made cilantro lime rice - but I shopped at Aldi yesterday and picked up limes and cilantro...so...naturally I've to try this! Perfect side for taco night!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      September 09, 2016 at 7:23 pm

      I hope the rice was a hit in your house! We are hoping no more delays to the game!

      Reply
  2. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

    September 06, 2016 at 6:16 am

    5 stars
    Wow, an hour and 1/2 delay?? That's crazy.. I can imagine it would be hard for the players to get back in the game after that! Anyways, we eat Mexican A LOT too and cilantro lime rice is like a requirement for a side. 😉 LOVE yours, Kathy!! Looks just perfect! Cheers, friend!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      September 09, 2016 at 7:22 pm

      So truly the hardest part was sitting in those bleachers....who designs those things? So hard to sit and watch a game!

      Reply
  3. David @ Spiced says

    September 06, 2016 at 5:27 am

    Ah, yes! The return of football season! 🙂 Sorry for the early season loss, but it sounds like it was a good game...delays and all. Speaking of good, this rice is definitely a keeper of a recipe. Perfect side dish for so many different recipes. Hope you guys had a great weekend!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      September 09, 2016 at 7:21 pm

      This rice is a keeper! We've made it several times and it's always a hit.

      Reply
  4. Dawn @ Girl Heart Food says

    September 06, 2016 at 5:24 am

    I'm not a football fan, but love all the food that usually goes along with the festivities.

    I love Mexican food too, Kathy, and love the addition of cilantro and lime that you've added to this rice. Your crockpot refried beans sounds like something I would love too! Both of them would be fabulous sides 🙂 Yum!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      September 09, 2016 at 7:20 pm

      Great side dishes are the best! They just make a main dish even more complete!

      Reply
  5. Nicoletta @sugarlovespices says

    September 05, 2016 at 11:16 pm

    Lovely flavors for this rice dish, Kathy! We have Mexican quite often, too, at our house, but never had cilantro lime rice...it's time to start! 🙂

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      September 06, 2016 at 4:46 am

      It is time to start! You are going to love it!

      Reply
  6. Velva says

    September 05, 2016 at 5:47 pm

    5 stars
    What a great way to liven up rice! Love it. Looks really good.

    Velva

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      September 06, 2016 at 4:48 am

      Thanks! 🙂

      Reply
  7. Miriam - londonkitchendiaries.com says

    September 05, 2016 at 3:37 am

    It sounds like an intense game! Side dishes are often overlooked but are so important for a great meal. Your Cilantro Lime Rice sounds so flavoursome!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      September 09, 2016 at 7:18 pm

      Nothing like a great high school football game! 🙂

      Reply
  8. Kaylene @ The Links Site says

    September 04, 2016 at 1:18 am

    I often have rice as a side dish but never think to add some extra flavor. This looks delicious, I'll have to give it a try next time!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      September 06, 2016 at 4:57 am

      There are times you need plain rice and then times when you need it dressed up a bit!

      Reply
  9. Fran @ G'day Souffle' says

    September 03, 2016 at 3:01 pm

    3.5 hours for a football game?- you must have arrived home at about midnight! This rice dish looks like a good soothing accompaniment to offset a spicy dinner!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      September 06, 2016 at 4:57 am

      It was a late night! I was glad to get home and tucked into bed!

      Reply
  10. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

    September 03, 2016 at 6:57 am

    I never really think of jazzing up my boring old white rice Kathy, but this sounds delicious! I'll definitely try this next time I serve tacos.

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      September 03, 2016 at 8:25 am

      Sometimes we need a little sprucing up!

      Reply
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