Description
This Cilantro Lime Rice recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make rice bowl that is packed with flavor. The tangy cilantro lime rice pairs perfectly with black beans, corn, chicken, tomatoes, avocado, and a zesty cilantro lime sauce. It’s a satisfying and wholesome meal that can be enjoyed any day of the week.
Ingredients
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Cilantro Lime Rice
- 1 Tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 1/4 cup basmati rice
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 2 cups water or broth
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup lime juice
- 1 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves
Bowls (Divided)
- 3/4 cup black beans cooked or canned, drained
- 1/2 cup corn roasted, grilled, or canned, drained
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or cubed
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 medium avocado cubed
- 1/2 cup Cilantro Lime Sauce
- fresh cilantro for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Make Cilantro Lime Rice – In a Dutch oven or medium saucepan, lightly toast the rice in the oil over medium-high heat until it starts to brown. Add in the garlic, water (or broth), lime zest, and salt, then bring to a boil. Lower the heat and add the lid to let simmer for about 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Add in the lime juice and continue to cook with the lid on for another 2-3 minutes. Remove the lid, remove from heat, and mix in the cilantro. Fluff the rice with a fork.
- Combine Bowls – Divide the rice, beans, corn, chicken, tomatoes, and avocado into each bowl. Drizzle each bowl with the cilantro lime sauce. Garnish with fresh cilantro (optional) and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 74g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
