Arroz Verde

This easy Arroz Verde (Mexican Green Rice) recipe is inspired by the classic Mexican side dish. Fluffy white rice is mixed with green veggies and lime juice, lending a vibrant green hue and delicious, zesty flavors! Pair it with chicken, beef, or seafood, or use it as the tasty base for a grain bowl.

📝 Ingredients

• 4 cups chicken broth (or bone broth, divided)
• 1 bay leaf (optional)
• 2 cups white rice
• 1/2 cup cilantro
• 2 cups baby spinach leaves
• 4 green onions (coarsely chopped)
• 1 lime (zested, plus 1 Tablespoon lime juice)
• 1 Tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Salt and pepper (to taste)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Add 3 ½ cups chicken broth and 1 bay leaf to a medium pot and bring to a boil. Add 2 cups white rice, cover, and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 15-18 minutes, until the rice is tender.
2. 2Meanwhile, add the 1/2 cup cilantro , 2 cups baby spinach leaves, 4 green onions, lime juice, lime zest, 1 Tablespoon olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt and remaining ½ cup broth to a food processor or blender and process into coarse green paste. Stir into the cooked rice and allow to stand, covered, for a few minutes.
3. 3Fluff rice with a fork and season with salt and pepper. Enjoy!