Tomato-Infused Mexican Rice
Tomato-Infused Mexican Rice features fluffy long-grain rice simmered with diced tomatoes, onion, cumin, and chili powder for a warm, gently spiced flavor. Each bite balances tangy tomato with aromatic spices, making it an ideal side for tacos, grilled meats, or weeknight burritos. Serve this dish when you want a vibrant, comforting accompaniment that complements bold mains.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Tomato-Infused Mexican Rice, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 9 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
How it scores for each health goal
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- 68
- Heart Health
- 46
- Metabolic
- 24
- Digestive
- 34
- Inflammatory
- 26
- Performance
- 47
- General Wellness
- 1
Warm the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until soft and translucent.
- 2
Stir in the rice to coat the grains with oil. Add the cumin, chili powder, tomatoes, salt, and water. Cover, bring to a boil, then lower the heat to low. Simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the rice is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Calories 122.37 kcal Moderate 6%
- Protein 2.35 g Low Source 5%
- Carbohydrate 23.08 g 8%
- Total Fat 2.23 g Low Source 3%
- Saturated Fat 0.33 g Low Source 2%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 39.23 mg Low Source 2%
- Dietary Fiber 2.42 g Low Source 9%
- Total Sugars 2.94 g --
- Added Sugars 2.48 g Low Source 5%
- Calcium 8.72 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 1.22 mg Low Source 7%
- Potassium 101.48 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 11.29 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 2.61 mg Low Source 3%
- 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
Tomato Infused Mexican Rice is a Mexican side dish recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Chili Powder, Diced Tomatoes, Diced Yellow Onion, and Ground Cumin. Each serving provides about 122.37 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Tomato-Infused Mexican Rice?
- It is a Mexican recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for side dish.
- What is Tomato-Infused Mexican Rice made of?
- The main ingredients are Chili Powder, Diced Tomatoes, Diced Yellow Onion, Ground Cumin, Long-Grain Rice. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Tomato-Infused Mexican Rice?
- About 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 122.37 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Tomato-Infused Mexican Rice easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Tomato-Infused Mexican Rice healthy?
- Tomato-Infused Mexican Rice has an easyChef Pro health score of 48/100. Per serving, it provides 122.37 calories and 2.35 g of protein, or 5% 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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