Description
Zesty avocado cilantro lime rice brings Mexican-inspired freshness to your plate, combining creamy avocado with tangy lime and fragrant herbs. Rich, herbaceous grains complement any main dish, offering you a delightful side that elevates simple meals with bold, refreshing flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 large avocado
- 1 lime
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- Salt, to taste
Liquid:
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Rinse rice thoroughly under cold water to remove excess starch, ensuring fluffy texture.
- In a medium saucepan, combine rice with water, bringing to a rapid boil over high heat.
- Reduce heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until liquid is completely absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let rice rest, covered, for 5 minutes to allow steam to distribute evenly.
- Gently fluff rice with a fork to separate grains and prevent clumping.
- While rice is still warm, fold in creamy mashed avocado, releasing its rich, buttery flavor.
- Incorporate finely chopped fresh cilantro, spreading its vibrant green color and herbaceous notes throughout the rice.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice and sprinkle lime zest, adding a bright, citrusy dimension to the dish.
- Season with kosher salt and gentle pepper, balancing the creamy and tangy elements.
- Serve immediately while warm, allowing the aromatic herbs and citrus to shine.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed lime juice for the brightest, most vibrant flavor that elevates the entire dish.
- Opt for ripe, creamy avocados that mash easily and blend smoothly into the rice for a rich, luxurious texture.
- Choose long-grain white rice for the best fluffy consistency, or swap with brown rice for added nutritional value and a nuttier taste.
- Garnish with extra chopped cilantro and a lime wedge to boost visual appeal and provide a fresh, zesty finish to the rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg