Published: by Absolutely Recipes, in the recipes category.

Cilantro Lime Rice Recipe.

Ingredients:

1 cup long-grain jasmine rice, rinsed well and drained
1 1/2 cups water
3 TSPs extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 small garlic clove, finely minced
2 scallions, finely chopped
1 TSP lime zest
1/4 to 1/2 TSP sea salt
1 1/2 TBSPs lime juice
1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro
pinch of red pepper flakes or 1/4 diced jalapeño, optional

Recipe Instructions:

Combine the rice, water, and 1 TSP of olive oil in a medium saucepan.
Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce to a simmer.
Simmer for 20 minutes (or check the time listed on the package of your rice).
Uncover, fluff with a fork, then add the garlic, scallions, and lime zest and stir to combine.
Let cool for 1 minute then add the remaining 2 TSPs of olive oil, 1/4 TSP salt, lime juice, cilantro, and red pepper flakes or jalapeño, if using.
Stir to combine and season to taste.

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