Spanish Garden Rice

Infuse your dinner table with Mediterranean flavors by whipping up Spanish Garden Rice, a vibrant and hearty one-pan dish brimming with color and taste. Featuring the perfect blend of aromatic garlic, smoky paprika, and tender long-grain rice, this recipe is a harmonious medley of fresh vegetables like bell peppers, onions, and peas, all simmered to perfection in a savory vegetable broth. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a squeeze of zesty lemon, this dish is both comforting and refreshing. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s an ideal option for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a flavorful side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled proteins. Rich in nutrients and bold in taste, Spanish Garden Rice is a must-try for anyone craving a taste of the Mediterranean.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1.5 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
• 1 cup diced tomatoes with their juice (canned or fresh)
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.75 cup frozen peas
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the diced red and green bell peppers and cook for another 5 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the uncooked rice and toast it for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly golden.

Step 6

Add the diced tomatoes with their juice, vegetable broth, smoked paprika, ground cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 8

Stir in the frozen peas during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Step 9

Turn off the heat and let the rice sit covered for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 10

Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 11

Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side for a zesty finish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1855.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1922.5

Total Fat 38.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4567.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 350.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.2g	0%
Total Sugars 40.2g
Protein 49.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 505.3mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 3630.7mg	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: 17.9%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 72.0%