Spanish Style Rice

Transport your taste buds to the vibrant kitchens of Spain with this aromatic Spanish Style Rice recipe, a one-pan dish bursting with bold flavors and simple elegance. Featuring perfectly toasted long-grain white rice simmered in a rich blend of chicken or vegetable broth, tomato paste, and diced tomatoes, this dish is seasoned to perfection with cumin, sweet paprika, and oregano. A touch of sautéed onion and garlic enhances its savory depth, while optional peas add a pop of color and texture. With a sprinkle of fresh parsley for garnish, this versatile recipe pairs beautifully with grilled meats, seafood, or stands alone as a satisfying vegetarian entrée. Quick, easy, and infused with authentic Spanish charm, this rice recipe is your new go-to for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
• 3 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup diced tomatoes, canned or fresh
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 cups frozen peas (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until it becomes soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the rice to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, to lightly toast the grains.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the chicken broth, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir this mixture into the pan with the rice.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid and let simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 7

If using frozen peas, stir them into the rice during the last 5 minutes of cooking to allow them to heat through.

Step 8

Remove the pan from heat and let the rice rest, covered, for 5 minutes before fluffing it with a fork.

Step 9

Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the rice as a garnish before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1565.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	917.7

Total Fat 32.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5000.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 24.3g
Protein 23.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 213.8mg	0%
Iron 10.2mg	0%
Potassium 1586.0mg	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: 31.3%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 58.6%