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Easy Spanish Rice Recipe

Easy Spanish Rice Recipe


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  • Author: Lily Clarke
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

This Easy Spanish Rice Recipe is a vibrant and flavorful addition to your dining table, perfect for family meals, gatherings, or cozy nights in. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a dish that’s bursting with taste. The combination of chicken broth and salsa infuses the rice with rich flavors, making it not only a fantastic side but also a delightful vegetarian option when paired with beans or vegetables. In about 30 minutes, you’ll have a comforting, restaurant-quality dish that complements grilled meats, tacos, or burrito bowls beautifully. Your family and friends will love the mild flavors and fluffy texture, ensuring this recipe becomes a staple in your home.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup chunky salsa
  • 1 tsp garlic salt
  • 1 tsp cumin

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté chopped onions until tender.
  2. Stir in uncooked rice and cook until lightly browned.
  3. Add chicken broth and chunky salsa along with garlic salt and cumin; stir to combine.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
  5. Fluff with a fork before serving warm.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Spanish

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
  • Calories: 260
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg