Spicy Rice Pilaf

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
10%
Spicy Rice Pilaf
50 min.
12
204kcal

Suggestions

Spice up your next gathering with this deliciously zesty Spicy Rice Pilaf! This versatile dish is the perfect addition to any meal, serving as a tasty side, appetizer, snack, or even a main dish for a vegetarian or vegan feast. With its delightful medley of kidney beans, lentils, and frozen corn, this pilaf is sure to satisfy your hunger for bold flavors and a hint of heat.

Not only is this recipe incredibly flavorful, but it's also designed with dietary restrictions in mind. It's 100% vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of dietary needs. Each serving comes in at a modest 204 calories, ensuring that you can enjoy this dish without any guilt.

Preparing this Spicy Rice Pilaf is a breeze, taking only 50 minutes from start to finish. And with enough servings for a whole crowd (12 persons), it's the perfect dish to bring to potlucks, parties, or to enjoy at home with family and friends. So why not give this easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing recipe a try and add a spicy twist to your rice pilaf game? Let's get cooking!

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces kidney beans rinsed drained canned
  • teaspoon chili powder 
  • 0.3 cup lentils dried rinsed
  • cup corn frozen
  • cup rice long grain uncooked
  • cup rice long grain uncooked
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped
  • ounces pimientos diced drained
  • cup salsa 
  • cups vegetable stock 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, saute onion in oil until tender.
  2. Add broth and lentils; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 20-25 minutes longer or until lentils and rice are tender.

Nutrition Facts

Calories204kcal
Protein11.89%
Fat12.71%
Carbs75.4%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.33
Glycemic Load
17.45
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.7513043465822%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.35mg
Gallocatechin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:204.08kcal
10.2%
Fat:2.91g
4.48%
Saturated Fat:0.44g
2.76%
Carbohydrates:38.85g
12.95%
Net Carbohydrates:34.17g
12.43%
Sugar:2.43g
2.7%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:401.89mg
17.47%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.13g
12.25%
Manganese:0.56mg
28.03%
Fiber:4.68g
18.72%
Phosphorus:115.89mg
11.59%
Folate:39.47µg
9.87%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.45%
Vitamin C:7.29mg
8.83%
Copper:0.17mg
8.62%
Potassium:290.39mg
8.3%
Selenium:5.79µg
8.26%
Magnesium:32.82mg
8.21%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.19%
Iron:1.36mg
7.55%
Vitamin A:364.53IU
7.29%
Vitamin B3:1.32mg
6.6%
Zinc:0.93mg
6.2%
Vitamin B5:0.54mg
5.42%
Vitamin E:0.77mg
5.11%
Vitamin K:4.78µg
4.55%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.4%
Calcium:30.89mg
3.09%