Lime Cilantro Rice Bowl

 
Prep Time: 5 minutes             Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Equipment: large skillet, pot, measuring spoons/cups, cutting board
Servings: 3            Serving Size: 1 ½ cup

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon canola oil

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 large onion, chopped

2 cups uncooked brown rice

1 teaspoon kosher salt

2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

Juice of 3 limes and zest of 2 limes (hold back juice of 1 lime for garnish)

cilantro

 
 
Instructions: 

1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and onions. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes.

2. Reduce the heat to low. Add the rice and salt. Cook over a low heat for 3 minutes, stirring constantly to make sure the rice doesn't burn. 

3. Add 2 cups of broth, juice and zest of 2 limes. Bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or until the rice is done. Add more liquid as needed. The rice shouldn't be sticky.

4. Just before serving, stir in the juice of 1 lime and lots of chopped cilantro.