52 min
Prep Time
2 hr 32 min
Cook Time
Easy
Level
6
Servings

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.

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

Method

  1. Gather all ingredients.

  2. 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.

  3. Transfer cooked rice to a large serving bowl and cool slightly, 5 to 7 minutes.

  4. Whisk together lime juice, garlic, olive oil, and salt in a small bowl.

  5. Stir mixture into rice. Fold in cilantro.