Baked Cilantro Lime Rice
Infuse a citrusy zip into your Basmati with this recipe for Baked Cilantro Lime Rice—a spicy and refreshing take on your beloved side dish.
Servings 6
Calories 248kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp butter softened
- 2 cups basmati rice rinsed and drained
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 4 cups water boiled
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup cilantro chopped
- 1 lime juiced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and brush a 9" x 13" casserole dish with softened butter.
- Fill the dish with the rice, paprika, cumin, boiling water, and salt.
- Gently stir the mix then cover the dish with aluminum foil. Cook the dish in the oven for 20 minutes.
- Remove the dish from the oven, then carefully remove the foil. Add the chopped cilantro and lime juice. Stir.
Notes
- For added flavor, replace the water with chicken or vegetable broth. Heat it but don't boil it.
- For a citrus boost, zest your lime and add to your rice when it's done cooking.
- Halfway through cooking, stir the rice to ensure even cooking and so it doesn't stick to the pan.
Nutrition
Calories: 248kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 221mg | Potassium: 103mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 322IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg