From-Scratch Spanish-Style Rice
From-Scratch Spanish-Style Rice pairs fluffy, tender grains with the gentle heat of green chiles and the brightness of tomatoes. Lightly toasted rice, sweet onion, and bell pepper create a cozy depth that makes this a standout side for taco night, grilled meats, or weeknight enchiladas. It’s balanced, aromatic, and crowd-pleasing without being heavy.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in From-Scratch Spanish-Style Rice, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 16 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 62
- Heart Health
- 36
- Metabolic
- 45
- Digestive
- 34
- Inflammatory
- 27
- Performance
- 50
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Sauté the rice, the onion, and the bell pepper until the rice is browned and the onions are tender.
- 2
Stir in the water and the tomatoes. Season with chili powder and salt. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- Calories 341.33 kcal Moderate 17%
- Protein 6.32 g Moderate 13%
- Carbohydrate 60.2 g 22%
- Total Fat 9.11 g Moderate 12%
- Saturated Fat 1.27 g Moderate 6%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.33 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 292.51 mg Moderate 13%
- Dietary Fiber 6.29 g Good Source 22%
- Total Sugars 9.74 g --
- Added Sugars 5.14 g Moderate 10%
- Calcium 39.84 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 2.42 mg Moderate 13%
- Potassium 431.0 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 37.85 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 3.93 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
From Scratch Spanish Style Rice is a Spanish side dish recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 40 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Chili Powder, Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, Green Bell Pepper, and Onion. Each serving provides about 341.33 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is From-Scratch Spanish-Style Rice?
- It is a Spanish recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
- What is From-Scratch Spanish-Style Rice made of?
- The main ingredients are Chili Powder, Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, Green Bell Pepper, Onion, Salt. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make From-Scratch Spanish-Style Rice?
- About 40 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 341.33 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is From-Scratch Spanish-Style Rice easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is From-Scratch Spanish-Style Rice healthy?
- From-Scratch Spanish-Style Rice has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 341.33 calories and 6.32 g of protein, or 13% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 292.51 mg (13% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 1.27 g (6% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 5.14 g (10% of the Daily Value). It contains Tomatoes and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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