Buy Now → Easy Cilantro Lime Rice Recipe (using leftover rice)
Are you tired of throwing out leftover rice? Today, I'm sharing a fantastic recipe that'll change the way you look at leftovers. My Cilantro Lime Rice recipe is an excellent way to use up those remaining grains and turn them into a perfect side dish. Plus, it only takes a few ingredients and minutes to prepare!
- Prep Time: 5
- Total Time: 5 minute
- Yield: 2 cups 1x
- Category: sides
- Method: microwave
- Cuisine: asian
Ingredients
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2 cups of day-old rice
2 tbsp of butter
2 tbsp finely minced cilantro
Zest of 1 lime
Juice of 1/2 of lime
1/2 tsp of salt
Instructions
- Start by heating up the leftover rice in the microwave using a damp paper towel or parchment paper. Set the microwave for 2 minutes. The rice should be sure hot.
- Then, add in the butter, lime juice, lime zest, cilantro, and salt. Mix everything well.
- Serve and enjoy!
Find it online: https://www.eatwithcarmen.com/cilantro-lime-rice/