Lime Cilantro Rice

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low Fod Map
Lime Cilantro Rice
30 min.
8
98kcal

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Looking to elevate your meal with a burst of fresh flavor? Look no further than this delightful Lime Cilantro Rice! Perfectly light and refreshing, this vegetarian and gluten-free side dish is not only a treat for your taste buds but also fits seamlessly into a low FODMAP diet. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can create a vibrant accompaniment that pairs beautifully with a variety of main courses.

Imagine fluffy long-grain white rice infused with the zesty brightness of lime and the aromatic essence of fresh cilantro. This dish is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 30 minutes—but it also serves up to 8 people, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or casual get-togethers. Each serving is a mere 98 calories, allowing you to indulge without the guilt.

The process is straightforward: start by cooking the rice to perfection, then finish it off with a generous splash of lime juice and a sprinkle of lime zest, along with the vibrant cilantro. The result is a colorful, fragrant dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether you’re serving it alongside grilled vegetables, fish, or your favorite protein, this Lime Cilantro Rice is sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire. Get ready to impress your guests with this simple yet flavorful side dish!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon butter 
  • 0.5 cup cilantro leaves chopped
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • teaspoon lime zest 
  • cups water 
  • cup rice long-grain white

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Bring the water to a boil; stir the butter and rice into the water. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
    2. Stir the lime zest, lime juice, and cilantro into the cooked rice just before serving.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories98kcal
    Protein7.06%
    Fat14.74%
    Carbs78.2%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    21.9
    Glycemic Load
    11.14
    Inflammation Score
    -1
    Nutrition Score
    2.1343478244608%

    Flavonoids

    Eriodictyol
    0.08mg
    Hesperetin
    0.44mg
    Naringenin
    0.02mg
    Quercetin
    0.55mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:98.2kcal
    4.91%
    Fat:1.58g
    2.43%
    Saturated Fat:0.94g
    5.89%
    Carbohydrates:18.87g
    6.29%
    Net Carbohydrates:18.52g
    6.73%
    Sugar:0.11g
    0.12%
    Cholesterol:3.76mg
    1.25%
    Sodium:15.91mg
    0.69%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:1.7g
    3.4%
    Manganese:0.26mg
    12.83%
    Selenium:3.52µg
    5.03%
    Copper:0.06mg
    3.19%
    Vitamin K:3.27µg
    3.11%
    Phosphorus:28.06mg
    2.81%
    Vitamin B5:0.25mg
    2.47%
    Vitamin A:113.21IU
    2.26%
    Vitamin B6:0.04mg
    2.05%
    Vitamin B3:0.39mg
    1.94%
    Zinc:0.27mg
    1.79%
    Vitamin C:1.47mg
    1.78%
    Magnesium:6.98mg
    1.75%
    Fiber:0.35g
    1.4%
    Vitamin B1:0.02mg
    1.2%
    Iron:0.21mg
    1.16%
    Potassium:36.87mg
    1.05%
    Source:Allrecipes