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Quick Spanish Rice Recipe

This vibrant Spanish rice side dish is ready in just 7 minutes! A quick and easy recipe perfect for busy weeknights. Skip the salt or add a pinch to taste – it's your choice! This recipe is bursting with flavor and adds a delicious touch to any meal.

Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 7 mins
Calories 255.2 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 4.3 (6 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Quick Spanish Rice

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How to Make Quick Spanish Rice

  1. In a measuring cup, combine 2/3 cup tomato sauce and enough water to reach a little over 1 cup (approximately 3/4 cup water).
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring the tomato sauce and water mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add 1/2 cup uncooked long-grain rice, 1/2 cup frozen corn, 1 teaspoon chili powder, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin to the boiling liquid.
  4. Stir to combine, then reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan tightly, and remove from heat.
  5. Let stand for 5 minutes, or until all the liquid has been absorbed.
  6. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

1g

Carbs

18g

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