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Cilantro Rice with Lime
serves 4

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Cilantro Rice with Lime
A bright flavorful rice dish with cilantro and a hint of lime is a wonderful addition to any meal. This would be perfect with any Mexican style entree.

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves chopped garlic
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 cup rice
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  1. Heat oil in medium saucepan. Saute garlic until tender.
  2. Add chicken broth and lime juice to garlic. Bring to a boil.
  3. Add rice, return to boil, cover, and reduce heat to low.
  4. Cook 15-20 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid is gone. 
  5. Stir in cilantro, serve warm. 
Calories 212, Fat 3.2g, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 38mg
Carbohydrates 38.9g, Fiber 0.7g, Protein 4.5g
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