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This is a healthier version of spanish rice.
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5 from 3 votes

Spanish Brown Rice

This is a healthier version of spanish rice.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time55 minutes
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keyword: spanish rice
Servings: 6
Calories: 165kcal
Author: Mindy Boyd

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1 cup uncooked brown rice
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1 can tomato sauce 8 ounces

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook rice and onion in oil about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until rice is golden brown and onion is tender.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 45-50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender and all of the liquid is absorbed.

Notes

Nutritional information is approximate. 

Nutrition

Calories: 165kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 132mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 121IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg