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Cilantro Lime Rice Easy Minute Rice - Bright, Fresh, and Ready Fast

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Minute Rice (white or brown)
  • 2 cups water (or low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth for more flavor)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or unsalted butter
  • 1 large lime, zested and juiced (about 2 tablespoons juice)
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped (tender stems OK)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: 1 small garlic clove, finely minced or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Optional: 1–2 tablespoons finely chopped green onion

Method
 

  1. Heat the liquid: In a medium pot, bring water or broth to a boil. Stir in salt and olive oil or butter.
  2. Add the rice: Stir in the Minute Rice. Remove from heat, cover, and let sit for the time stated on the package (usually 5 minutes for white, 10 minutes for brown).
  3. Fluff it: Uncover and fluff rice gently with a fork to separate the grains.
  4. Add flavor: While still warm, fold in lime zest, lime juice, cilantro, and black pepper. If using garlic or green onion, add them now.
  5. Taste and adjust: Add a pinch more salt or extra lime juice if you want brighter flavor. Serve warm.