Soy Free Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice
Bright, herby, and just a little tangy, this cilantro lime rice is the kind of side dish that makes everything else on the plate taste better. The Instant Pot does the heavy lifting here — a quick rinse, a few minutes on high pressure, and a natural release is all it takes to get perfectly fluffy, non-sticky grains every time. Once the lid comes off, fresh lime juice, lime zest, and a generous handful of chopped cilantro get folded right in, turning simple white rice into something that genuinely pops with flavor. Many store-bought seasoned rice packets and mixes sneak in soy-derived additives or flavor enhancers, so making it from scratch with these clean, whole ingredients is a smart move. Every component here — butter, salt, lime, cilantro — is exactly what it says it is, no hidden fillers needed. It pairs beautifully with grilled proteins, burrito bowls, or anything that could use a citrusy, fresh lift on the side.
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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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