Cilantro Lime Rice

Easy and delicious side dish. 

Great served with Mexican dishes such as tacos, enchiladas, chili, etc.

This Lime Cilantro Rice was made by Jenny and served at our Taste Tempters Cinco De Mayo dinner night that was hosted by Jenny in April.

Lime Cilantro Rice

Ingredients:

• 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1/2 cup chopped cilantro

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.