Spanish Yellow Rice

Transform your dinner table with the rich, golden hues and aromatic flavors of Spanish Yellow Rice, a versatile dish that's as vibrant as it is delicious. This best-loved recipe combines fluffy long-grain white rice with a fragrant blend of ground turmeric, smoked paprika, and cumin, creating a warm, earthy base that's both visually stunning and packed with flavor. A sauté of finely diced onions and garlic adds depth, while chicken or vegetable broth ensures the rice is irresistibly tender and infused with savory goodness. Frozen peas bring a touch of freshness, and a garnish of parsley completes the dish with a pop of color. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, this one-pot recipe is perfect as a standalone vegetarian option (with veggie broth) or as a complement to your favorite Spanish-inspired entrees. Ideal for home cooks looking to recreate the vibrant tastes of Spain, this stunning side dish deserves a place at your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch, then set aside to drain.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic, ground turmeric, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until the spices are fragrant.

Step 5

Add the drained rice to the saucepan and stir well to coat the grains in the spice mixture and oil.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken broth (or vegetable broth) and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes to steam.

Step 10

Fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1517.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	985.2

Total Fat 32.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5392.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 149.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g	0%
Total Sugars 13.1g
Protein 23.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 183.9mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 890.2mg	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: 29.6%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 60.8%