EASY SPANISH RICE (LIGHTER RECIPE)

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A flavorful side dish to serve with your favorite Mexican foods!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup uncooked regular long-grain rice
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
2 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 small green bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • Spray 10-inch nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Cook rice and onion in skillet over medium heat about 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until rice is golden brown and onion is tender.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 820 mg

Bec Kie
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This is my new go-to recipe for Spanish rice. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Ernest Mua
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This Spanish rice is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great side dish for any Mexican or Spanish meal.


markus kimozo
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables add a nice crunch.


Jawad Wattoo
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This Spanish rice is so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of spices and vegetables.


Salin Danuwar
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I've never made Spanish rice before, but this recipe made it easy. It turned out great, and I'll definitely be making it again.


Walu Kam
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Malik Shahzaib Ali
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I'm always looking for new and exciting rice dishes, and this Spanish rice definitely fits the bill. It's full of flavor and has a nice texture.


Sameer Sandhu
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This Spanish rice is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


W2e3r4 O9i8u7
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've made it with different types of rice, vegetables, and proteins, and it always turns out great.


Tumpa Khatun
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This Spanish rice is the perfect side dish for any Mexican or Spanish meal. It's also great as a main course with a side salad.


limokuhle ayakha
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the colorful rice and the flavorful sauce.


Dewshan Gunawardana
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I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious this Spanish rice was. I'm not usually a fan of rice dishes, but this one was really flavorful and satisfying.


Retsepile Bingo
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This Spanish rice is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover rice. I love that it's a one-pot dish, so cleanup is a breeze.


Mouxliasmeni patata
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables add a nice crunch.


md soyeb
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This Spanish rice was a hit with my family! It was so flavorful and easy to make. I used brown rice instead of white rice, and it turned out great.