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Cilantro Rice

Cilantro Rice

Savor the simplicity of Cilantro Rice: boil rice with water, oil, and salt; simmer, then rest. Stir in fresh cilantro and a hint of lime oil for a zesty finish.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 2 people
Calories 271 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 small heavy saucepan

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil of choice
  • 1 salt
  • 3 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro
  • 3 drops doTERRA Lime Essential Oil Optional

Instructions
 

  • In a small heavy saucepan, add rice, water, oil and salt. Bring to a boil and continue to boil until water is just hovering above surface of the rice.
  • Cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Turn off heat and allow rice to rest, covered, for another 5 minutes.
  • Add cilantro and doTERRA Lime Essential Oil, mix and serve.

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Notes

This recipe can be adjusted according to personal preference, such as using brown rice for a whole-grain alternative or adjusting the amount of garlic and lime to suit one's taste.
Keyword Cilantro, rice