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Mexican Rice

Spice up your sides with this healthy, hearty rice dish that’s full of vegetables and cooked in a rich broth and tomato mixture with smoky notes of cumin.
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Course Pasta, Rice & Grains
Cuisine Mexican

Servings 4 servings
Calories 603.79 kcal

Ingredients

  

  • 1 cup(s) long-grain white rice
  • 2 cup(s) chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon(s) olive oil
  • 2 cup(s) frozen vegetables
  • 1 cup(s) tomato sauce
  • 1 dash(es) salt, to taste
  • 1 dash(es) black pepper, to taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon(s) cumin

Instructions

 

  • Heat oil on medium in a large sauce pan.
  • Add the rice and toast slightly, turning it frequently, to make sure it doesn’t burn.
  • Once it’s started changing color and expanding, add the chicken broth, tomato sauce, and veggies.
  • Mix ingredients together, then add salt, black pepper, and cumin.
  • Reduce heat to medium low and cover sauce pan with aluminum foil or lid.
  • Let cook 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition

Calories: 603.79kcalCarbohydrates: 101.58gProtein: 17.2gFat: 16.68gSaturated Fat: 2.08gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 3358.2mgFiber: 16.32gSugar: 24.8g

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