Sides for Tacos: Cilantro Lime Rice
Serves 4
This cilantro lime rice is one of our favorite sides for tacos and other Mexican recipes!
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain jasmine rice, rinsed well and drained
- 1½ cups water
- 3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
- 2 scallions, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- ¼ to ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 1½ tablespoons fresh lime juice
- ½ cup finely chopped cilantro
- Pinch red pepper flakes, or ¼ diced jalapeño, optional
Instructions
- Combine the rice, water, and 1 teaspoon of the olive oil in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce the heat. 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 teaspoons olive oil, ¼ teaspoon salt, the lime juice, cilantro, and red pepper flakes or jalapeño, if using. Stir to combine and season to taste.