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Zesty Cilantro-Lime Rice

An irresistible side for taco night.

Zesty cilantro-lime rice in a bowl

Zesty Cilantro-Lime Rice

Fluffy rice tossed with fresh cilantro and a bright citrusy kick—an irresistible side for taco night.

Time
  • Prep: about 5 minutes
  • Cook: 3 minutes high pressure
  • Rest: 10 minutes before quick release

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: about 1 cup · 1 of about 6 servings

  • Calories ~240
  • Protein 4 g
  • Fat 3 g
  • Carbohydrates 47 g
  • Fiber 1 g
  • Sodium ~300 mg

All nutrition facts are AI generated and approximate.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Set the Instant Pot to the saute function and add the oil. Saute the rice, Better than Bouillon, and garlic until the rice is darker and fragrant—about 1 to 2 minutes.
  2. Turn the saute function off. Pour in the water and vinegar.
  3. Place the lid on the Instant Pot and set for 3 minutes at high pressure.
  4. After cooking completes, wait 10 minutes, then quick release.
  5. Stir in the cilantro and lime juice.
  6. Serve and enjoy.