Hearty Tomato and Rice Stew
Hearty Tomato and Rice Stew brings comforting spoonfuls of tender rice and potatoes in a rich, tangy tomato base, brightened with basil and a touch of lemon. Canned spinach and stewed tomatoes add depth and texture, while bay leaves round out the aroma. Serve this cozy bowl for weeknight dinners or a warming lunch when you crave something filling yet straightforward.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Hearty Tomato and Rice Stew, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 48 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 23 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 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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- 70
- Heart Health
- 44
- Metabolic
- 39
- Digestive
- 43
- Inflammatory
- 36
- Performance
- 51
- General Wellness
- 1
In a large saucepan, combine the water, rice, potatoes, tomato paste, and tomato sauce. Stir constantly and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium, then stir in the basil, sugar, salt, and bay leaves. Cook for about 15 minutes, stirring often, until the potatoes and rice are tender but still firm.
- 2
Stir the spinach, stewed tomatoes, and lemon juice into the saucepan. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice has finished cooking and the mixture has thickened.
- Calories 199.96 kcal Moderate 10%
- Protein 5.71 g Moderate 11%
- Carbohydrate 44.57 g 16%
- Total Fat 0.56 g Low Source 1%
- Saturated Fat 0.1 g Low Source 1%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.25 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 297.05 mg Moderate 13%
- Dietary Fiber 4.87 g Moderate 17%
- Total Sugars 11.94 g --
- Added Sugars 3.31 g Moderate 7%
- Calcium 76.11 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 3.31 mg Moderate 18%
- Potassium 602.51 mg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin A 215.06 mcg Good Source 24%
- Vitamin C 15.28 mg Moderate 17%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Tomatoes 🍅
About This Recipe
Hearty Tomato and Rice Stew is made with 12 ingredients and serves 12. It takes about 55 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Dried Basil, Dried Bay Leaves, Lemon Juice, and Peeled Whole Potatoes. Each serving provides about 199.96 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Hearty Tomato and Rice Stew made of?
- The main ingredients are Dried Basil, Dried Bay Leaves, Lemon Juice, Peeled Whole Potatoes, Salt. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Hearty Tomato and Rice Stew?
- About 55 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 199.96 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Hearty Tomato and Rice Stew easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Hearty Tomato and Rice Stew healthy?
- Hearty Tomato and Rice Stew has an easyChef Pro health score of 51/100. Per serving, it provides 199.96 calories and 5.71 g of protein, or 11% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin A. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 297.05 mg (13% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 3.31 g (7% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus and Tomatoes, 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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