Mexican Tomato Rice

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Easy to prepare with canned tomatoes and spices.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ teaspoons vegetable oil

  • ½ small small onion, diced

  • cup uncooked long-grain rice

  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin

  • ½ teaspoon chili powder

  • 3 ounces canned diced tomatoes

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 ½ cups water

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in onion and sauté until soft and translucent.

  2. Stir in rice to coat grains with oil. Mix in cumin, chili powder, tomatoes, salt, and water. Cover, bring to a boil then reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20 to 30 minutes or until rice is tender. Stir occasionally.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

79 Calories
1g Fat
15g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 79
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 0g 1%
Sodium 364mg 16%
Total Carbohydrate 15g 5%
Dietary Fiber 1g 2%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 2g 3%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 8mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 34mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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