" We're here to facilitate your plant-based journey "

PlantPlate.com is here to provide the recipes, information, and practical advice needed to follow a healthy plant-based diet. Whether you're interested in improving your health, losing weight, or eating more sustainably, a whole foods plant-based diet may be the perfect solution for you.

My name's Emma, and I started PlantPlate in 2013 with the help of my husband Scott, a web developer and fellow plantivore. I’m a certified Plant-Based Nutritionist who loves to cook, and I've followed a plant-based diet for over a decade. Having lived in various locations throughout the world - sometimes on a shoestring budget, and often with irregular and demanding work schedules - I’ve had to constantly adapt my diet in order to make it work. It’s taught me a lot, and it’s motivated me to show others just how accessible and enjoyable this way of eating can be.

The recipes featured on PlantPlate are based on minimally processed plant foods, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes. They're free from all animal products, processed oils and refined carbohydrates, and are made with simple and affordable ingredients. Our articles are aimed at providing you with plant-based know-how when it comes to shopping, cooking, nutrition and day-to-day living. We have answers to common questions and share practical knowledge that we have acquired through experience. Finally, the resources section contains links to books, DVDs, and video presentations from some of the world's leading experts on plant-based nutrition. It is our hope that these resources will help you to fully understand and evaluate the health benefits of this wonderful way of eating.

Welcome to PlantPlate!  We hope you enjoy your visit. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to email us at contact@plantplate.com.

The information on this website is designed for educational purposes only. It is not intended to substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat health problems or illnesses without first consulting your doctor.

Spicy Cilantro-Lime Rice

RECIPE By PlantPlate
Spicy, savoury, smoky, zesty, and made with wholesome brown rice, this dish packs plenty of flavour as well as nutritional punch. The perfect accompaniment for Mexican meals, or as part of a plant-based feast!

Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Yield: Serves 4-6 (as part of a meal)

Notes:

This is another one of those super versatile grain dishes that's very quick to prepare once your rice is cooked. You can use it as an accompaniment to refried beans and salad, as a burrito filling, or as part of a large spread at dinner parties and picnics. 

If you're cooking this for kids, you can leave out the cayenne pepper and hot sauce. The remaining spices are aromatic,not hot, so you can introduce new flavours without offending their young taste buds!

It is best to leave the fresh cilantro out if you are planning on storing leftovers, as the consistency can become unpleasant after a couple of days. Just add it fresh each time you're serving it instead.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup low sodium (or no salt-added) vegetable broth
  • 1 large red onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1 tsp. ground coriander seed
  • 1 tsp. smoked paprika or chipotle powder
  • 1/2 tsp. cayenne papper
  • 4 cups cooked brown rice (see cooking instructions on this page)
  • 2 tbsp. fresh lime juice
  • 2-3 tsp. hot sauce of choice
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro (coriander)

Instructions:

  1. Combine vegetable stock, onion and garlic in a large pot, and sautee on a medium-high heat for 5 minutes. Add the cumin, ground coriander seed, smoked paprika and cayenne pepper, and sautee for a further 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Reduce heat to low. Add the brown rice and hot sauce, and stir to combine. Heat until the rice is warmed through. Stir through fresh lime juice and fresh cilantro (coriander) at the last minute. Serve immediately, or transfer to containers and refrigerate until needed.

The prepared dish will keep, refrigerated, for up to 3 days.