Cilantro Jasmine Rice

Transform your mealtime with the simple yet flavorful Cilantro Jasmine Rice, a side dish that perfectly balances herby freshness and zesty citrus notes. This aromatic recipe combines fluffy, tender jasmine rice with the bright flavors of fresh cilantro and lime juice, offering a vibrant complement to grilled chicken, fish, or spicy curries. With just 5 minutes of prep time and a quick 15-minute cook, this dish is as easy as it is delicious. Olive oil adds a subtle richness, while an optional hint of garlic provides a savory depth. Whether for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this cilantro-infused rice recipe is an effortless way to upgrade your menu with fresh, bold ingredients.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Jasmine rice
• 1.5 cups Water
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 cups (chopped) Fresh cilantro
• 1 (juiced) Lime
• 1 clove (minced) Garlic (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water using a fine mesh strainer until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and helps prevent the rice from becoming gummy.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water, salt, and olive oil. If you're adding garlic for additional flavor, stir it in at this step.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 4

While the rice is cooking, finely chop the fresh cilantro and juice the lime. Set aside.

Step 5

Once the rice is cooked, remove the saucepan from the heat and keep it covered for an additional 5 minutes to allow the rice to steam and become fluffy.

Step 6

Fluff the rice with a fork, then stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding a pinch of salt or an extra squeeze of lime juice to your liking.

Step 8

Serve the cilantro jasmine rice warm as a side dish for your favorite main courses, such as grilled chicken, fish, or a hearty vegetable curry.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(632g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	438.6

Total Fat 14.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1198.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g	0%
Total Sugars 0.8g
Protein 6.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 74.4mg	0%
Iron 1.1mg	0%
Potassium 175.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.1%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 63.7%