Easy Mexican Rice

Bring the vibrant flavors of Mexico to your table with this Quick and Easy Mexican Rice recipe! Perfectly golden long-grain white rice is sautéed in vegetable oil with aromatic onions and garlic, then simmered to tender perfection in a zesty blend of tomato sauce, chicken broth, and warm spices like cumin and chili powder. Bright pops of color from a mix of peas and carrots add a hearty touch, while optional fresh cilantro makes for a flavorful garnish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this delicious one-pot side dish pairs beautifully with your favorite Mexican mains, from tacos to enchiladas. Whether you’re hosting taco night or meal prepping for the week, this Mexican rice is a foolproof crowd-pleaser that’s as simple as it is satisfying!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 0.5 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 8 ounces tomato sauce
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
• 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a medium-sized pot or deep skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the rice and cook, stirring frequently, until it starts to turn golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the tomato sauce, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, and salt. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid.

Step 6

Allow the rice to simmer for about 15 minutes without uncovering the pot.

Step 7

After 15 minutes, gently stir in the peas and carrots mix, and continue cooking covered for an additional 5 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.

Step 8

Remove the rice from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1123 grams (1123.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	693

Total Fat 31.00g	40%
Saturated Fat 4.40g	22%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2672mg	116%
Total Carbohydrate 85.50g	31%
Dietary Fiber 8.70g	31%
Total Sugars 13.40g
Protein 18.80g	38%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 142mg	11%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 851mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.1%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 49.1%