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Healthy Cilantro Lime Brown Rice

A quick and healthy side dish that can be made in less than 45 minutes!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups uncooked long grain brown rice
  • 4 cups water or low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 lime, zested and juiced
  • 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tsp garlic powder or 1 tsp of fresh garlic, minced
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Add rice, water or chicken broth and lime zest to a medium saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and cook for 30-35 minutes or until the water is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.
  • Take off of the heat and stir in the lime juice, cilantro and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 353kcalCarbohydrates: 74gProtein: 8gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 20mgPotassium: 252mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 135IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 34mgIron: 2mg