Low FODMAP Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice
Bright, citrusy, and impossibly fluffy, this Instant Pot rice is the kind of side dish that quietly steals the show at the dinner table. The combination of fresh lime juice, lime zest, and roughly chopped cilantro folded into perfectly cooked long-grain white rice delivers a clean, vibrant flavor that pairs beautifully with grilled proteins, tacos, or burrito bowls. For anyone managing digestive sensitivities, rice-based sides can feel like a safe haven — and this one leans fully into that with a short, straightforward ingredient list that skips common gut triggers entirely. Rinsing the rice before pressure cooking is a small step that makes a real difference, washing away excess starch so every grain stays light and separate rather than clumping together. The Instant Pot does the heavy lifting in just a few minutes of cook time, and the natural pressure release means you get consistent results without babysitting the stove. A final gentle fold with a fork brings all those herby, tangy notes together without breaking the grains — it's a technique worth keeping. Simple enough for a weeknight, fresh enough to feel special.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice
- 1 ¾ cups water
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 1 tsp lime zest
Instructions
- 1
Place the rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold running water, stirring with your hand, until the water runs mostly clear, about 30 seconds.
- 2
Add the rinsed rice, water, butter, and salt to the Instant Pot insert and stir briefly to combine.
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