Easy Salsa Rice
Transform your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and flavorful Easy Salsa Rice, a quick and versatile side dish that pairs beautifully with tacos, grilled chicken, or your favorite Tex-Mex meals. Made with fluffy long-grain white rice infused with the bold flavors of your favorite salsa, a hint of cumin, and a touch of olive oil, this recipe is as simple as it is satisfying. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the perfect way to elevate plain rice into a zesty, crowd-pleasing dish. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for an extra pop of freshness. Whether you choose mild, medium, or hot salsa, this customizable recipe will add a burst of color and spice to your table!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup salsa (mild, medium, or hot)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional, chopped for garnish)
- 2 pieces lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the rice in a fine-mesh sieve under cold water to remove excess starch. Drain well.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the rinsed rice and stir to coat. Toast the rice for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until it starts to turn a light golden color.
Step 3
Add water, salsa, cumin (if using), and salt to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.
Step 4
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer for 15 minutes or until the liquid is fully absorbed.
Step 5
Turn off the heat and let the rice rest, covered, for another 5 minutes to finish steaming.
Step 6
Fluff the rice with a fork and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 7
Transfer the salsa rice to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1073.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 510.0 |
| Total Fat 15.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2783.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 85.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.6g | |
| Protein 9.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 135.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 903.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories