Cilantro Lime Rice

• doses: 4 servings
• tempo ativo: 5 minutes
• tempo total: 25 minutes

Ingredientes

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)

Instruções

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).

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.