Basic Spanish Rice

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Basic Spanish Rice
35 min.
4
259kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary journey with our Basic Spanish Rice recipe! This vibrant and flavorful dish is not only a fantastic side but also a versatile base for many meals. Perfectly suited for vegetarians, vegans, and those with gluten or dairy sensitivities, this recipe ensures that everyone at the table can enjoy a hearty and satisfying dish.

In just 35 minutes, you can whip up a batch of this delicious rice that boasts a beautiful blend of spices and fresh ingredients. The golden-brown rice, sautéed with onions and green bell peppers, creates a wonderful aroma that will fill your kitchen and entice your family and friends. The addition of tomato sauce brings a rich, tangy flavor that complements the spices perfectly, making each bite a burst of taste.

With only 259 calories per serving, this dish is a guilt-free indulgence that pairs wonderfully with a variety of main courses or can stand alone as a light meal. Whether you're serving it alongside your favorite plant-based proteins or enjoying it as a comforting dish on its own, Basic Spanish Rice is sure to become a staple in your cooking repertoire. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress with this simple yet delicious recipe!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • medium onion finely chopped
  • cup rice long-grain white uncooked
  • small bell pepper green chopped
  • 2.5 cups water 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 teaspoon chili powder 
  • 0.1 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • ounces tomato sauce canned

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes. Cook onion and uncooked rice in the oil about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until rice is golden brown.
  2. Remove skillet from heat. Stir in bell pepper, water, salt, chili powder, garlic powder and tomato sauce.
  3. Heat to boiling over high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender and tomato sauce is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts

Calories259kcal
Protein6.95%
Fat25.66%
Carbs67.39%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.05
Glycemic Load
23.85
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.6573912993721%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.88mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
5.99mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:258.6kcal
12.93%
Fat:7.39g
11.37%
Saturated Fat:1.18g
7.35%
Carbohydrates:43.67g
14.56%
Net Carbohydrates:41.3g
15.02%
Sugar:3.71g
4.13%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:867.69mg
37.73%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.51g
9.01%
Manganese:0.63mg
31.54%
Vitamin C:20.88mg
25.31%
Vitamin K:16.01µg
15.25%
Vitamin E:1.64mg
10.94%
Copper:0.22mg
10.91%
Selenium:7.56µg
10.8%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
10.76%
Fiber:2.37g
9.49%
Potassium:302.66mg
8.65%
Vitamin A:425.69IU
8.51%
Phosphorus:81.68mg
8.17%
Vitamin B3:1.47mg
7.33%
Vitamin B5:0.7mg
7%
Magnesium:26.79mg
6.7%
Iron:1.11mg
6.17%
Zinc:0.73mg
4.9%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.7%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.46%
Folate:16.03µg
4.01%
Calcium:35.17mg
3.52%