Spanish Rice Recipe Vegetarian
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Description
Spanish rice is a popular side dish that is easy to make, delicious, and perfect for any meal. This vegetarian version of the classic Spanish rice recipe is full of flavor and spices, and it's a great way to introduce more vegetables into your diet. You'll love the combination of tomatoes, onions, peppers, and spices that come together in this dish.Prep Time
Preparation for this dish takes about 10-15 minutes.Cook Time
Cooking time for this dish takes about 25-30 minutes.Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups vegetable broth
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon
Method
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until they turn soft.
- Stir in rice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, dried oregano, and salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until rice is lightly toasted.
- Add diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir well.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and cover the skillet with a lid. Let it simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
- Remove the skillet from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.
Notes
This recipe is perfect for a vegetarian meal or for a side dish to a main course.Nutrition Info
- Serving size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 130
- Total fat: 3g
- Saturated fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 375mg
- Total carbohydrate: 22g
- Dietary fiber: 2g
- Total sugars: 3g
- Protein: 3g
Recipe Tips
- You can use brown rice instead of white rice for a healthier option.
- You can add some black beans or corn to the recipe for extra flavor and nutrition.
- If you don't have vegetable broth, you can use chicken broth or water instead.
- You can adjust the amount of spices and seasoning to your taste.
Enjoy this delicious, easy-to-make vegetarian Spanish rice recipe for your next meal!
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