Copycat Chipotle Cilantro Lime Brown Rice
Copycat Chipotle Cilantro Lime Brown Rice pairs nutty, tender brown rice with bright lime, fresh cilantro, and a whisper of garlic for a lively, aromatic bite. It’s a versatile side that lifts tacos, burrito bowls, and grilled proteins, bringing zesty freshness and herbaceous depth to weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Copycat Chipotle Cilantro Lime Brown Rice, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 56 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 38 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 89
- Heart Health
- 41
- Metabolic
- 58
- Digestive
- 43
- Inflammatory
- 35
- Performance
- 59
- General Wellness
- 1
Assemble all the ingredients.
- 2
In a saucepan, bring the water and brown rice to a boil. Lower the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, 30 to 45 minutes.
- 3
Move the cooked rice to a large serving bowl and let it cool slightly, 5 to 7 minutes.
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk the lime juice, garlic, olive oil, and salt together.
- 5
Stir the mixture into the rice. Fold in the cilantro.
- Calories 432.16 kcal High 22%
- Protein 9.99 g Moderate 20%
- Carbohydrate 91.55 g 33%
- Total Fat 5.91 g Moderate 8%
- Saturated Fat 0.4 g Low Source 2%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 35.27 mg Low Source 2%
- Dietary Fiber 10.29 g Good Source 37%
- Total Sugars 10.47 g --
- Added Sugars 9.92 g Moderate 20%
- Calcium 12.42 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 1.91 mg Moderate 11%
- Potassium 302.7 mg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin A 32.7 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 7.27 mg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Copycat Chipotle Cilantro Lime Brown Rice is made with 7 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 50 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Brown Rice, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Cilantro, and Lime. Each serving provides about 432.16 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Copycat Chipotle Cilantro Lime Brown Rice made of?
- The main ingredients are Brown Rice, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Cilantro, Lime, Minced Garlic. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Copycat Chipotle Cilantro Lime Brown Rice?
- About 50 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 432.16 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Copycat Chipotle Cilantro Lime Brown Rice easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Copycat Chipotle Cilantro Lime Brown Rice healthy?
- Copycat Chipotle Cilantro Lime Brown Rice has an easyChef Pro health score of 59/100. Per serving, it provides 432.16 calories and 9.99 g of protein, or 20% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: added sugars at 9.92 g (20% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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