# Cilantro Lime Rice

[As seen on Love & Lemons](/content/c/love-and-lemons/index.html)

**Total Time**: 25 minutes  
**Prep Time**: 5 minutes  
**Cook Time**: 20 minutes  
**Rating**: 5 out of 5 stars (114)

## Ingredients

4 servings

- 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 fresh cilantro
- Pinch red pepper flakes or ¼ diced jalapeño, optional

## Preparation

### Step 1
Combine the rice, water, and 1 teaspoon of the olive oil in a medium saucepan with a lid. 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).

### Step 2
Uncover and fluff with a fork. Add the garlic, scallions, and lime zest and stir to combine. Let cool for 1 minute, then add the remaining 2 teaspoons of olive oil, ¼ teaspoon salt, lime juice, cilantro, and red pepper flakes or jalapeño, if using. Stir to combine and season to taste.

## Chef's notes
You can use brown rice for a nuttier flavor. Increase the water to 2 cups.

For a lighter twist, replace half the regular rice with cauliflower rice or broccoli rice.