Copycat Chipotle Cilantro Lime Brown Rice

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This copycat Chipotle brown rice recipe is an upgrade to your conventional (and, let's face it, plain) side dish of rice at dinner. Brown rice provides a nutritious, fiber-packed alternative to white rice. And the cilantro and lime provide an extra dash of delicious Mexican flavor.

Submitted by skinnymom

Updated on March 20, 2023

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

40 mins

Additional Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

55 mins

Servings:

4

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Ingredients

4 cups water
2 cups brown rice
1 lime, juiced
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon sea salt
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

Bring water and brown rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 30 to 45 minutes.
Transfer cooked rice to a large serving bowl and cool slightly, 5 to 7 minutes.
Whisk together lime juice, garlic, olive oil, and salt in a small bowl; stir into rice. Fold in cilantro.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

359	Calories
4g	Fat
74g	Carbs
7g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 359
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g	5%
Saturated Fat 1g	4%
Sodium 454mg	20%
Total Carbohydrate 74g	27%
Dietary Fiber 3g	12%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 7g	15%
Vitamin C 5mg	5%
Calcium 45mg	3%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 304mg	6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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