Description
A vibrant and flavorful Mexican Green Rice dish that elevates any meal with its fresh herbs and zesty ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups long-grain rice
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup green onions
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 jalapeño pepper
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water for a couple of minutes.
- Sauté the green onions and minced garlic in olive oil over medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
- Toast the rinsed rice in the skillet for about 5 minutes.
- Blend the cilantro, parsley, jalapeño, and lime juice in a blender until smooth.
- Combine the vegetable broth and the green sauce with the toasted rice in the skillet.
- Cook by bringing to a gentle boil, then reducing heat, covering, and simmering for 15-20 minutes.
- Rest the rice off heat for an additional 10 minutes before fluffing.
- Taste and adjust flavors as desired.
Notes
Serve with fresh herbs, lime wedges, or feta cheese. Great as a side or a base for stir-fries.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Mexican rice, green rice, cilantro rice, side dish, vegetarian