Description
Mexican rice, bursting with vibrant flavors and spices, is a staple dish that elevates any meal. This recipe combines fluffy long-grain rice with sautéed onions, garlic, and zesty lime juice for an unforgettable side that will impress your family and friends. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to be served with various proteins or vegetables, this best-ever Mexican rice is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on the counter.
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add rinsed rice to the pan, stirring to coat in oil. Toast for about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in tomato sauce and vegetable broth, then stir in cumin powder. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat.
- Cover and simmer on low for 15-20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat, add fresh lime juice, and fluff with a fork before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg