Perfect Spanish Rice

Transform your meals with this vibrant and flavorful Perfect Spanish Rice recipe, a must-try side dish that's as rich in taste as it is in texture. Infused with fragrant garlic, sweet green bell peppers, and smoky spices like cumin and chili powder, this dish achieves the ideal balance of bold, savory flavors. The secret lies in toasting the long-grain white rice to perfection before simmering it in a flavorful blend of chicken broth and tomato sauce, ensuring each grain is tender and infused with zest. Finished with a squeeze of lime juice and a garnish of fresh cilantro, this Spanish rice is the perfect companion to tacos, enchiladas, or grilled meats. With just 10 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking, it’s an easy, crowd-pleasing recipe for any weeknight dinner or festive gathering!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 cup onion
• 0.5 cup green bell pepper
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 0.5 cup tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
• 0.5 whole lime

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and green bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened.

Step 3

Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the saucepan. Cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the rice and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the rice to toast lightly and absorb the flavors.

Step 5

Add the chicken broth, tomato sauce, ground cumin, chili powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a light boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let it simmer for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 7

Turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to finish steaming.

Step 8

Fluff the rice gently with a fork. Stir in freshly chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice for added freshness.

Step 9

Serve hot as a side dish or the base for your favorite dish, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1075.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	690.4

Total Fat 31.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2489.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 85.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 11.4g
Protein 16.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 152.3mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 951.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.1%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 49.5%