Fiesta Rice

Get ready to spice up your dinner table with this vibrant and flavorful Fiesta Rice recipe! Packed with colorful ingredients like red and green bell peppers, sweet corn, black beans, and zesty diced tomatoes, this one-pot dish is a feast for the eyes and the palate. Infused with aromatic spices like cumin, chili powder, and smoky paprika, each bite is bursting with bold Tex-Mex flavor. The long-grain white rice is simmered to perfection in hearty chicken or vegetable broth, while a squeeze of fresh lime juice at the end adds a citrusy zing. Perfect as a festive side dish or a standalone vegetarian delight, Fiesta Rice is easy to make in just 40 minutes and is sure to become a family favorite. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a touch of freshness, and serve it warm to let those mouthwatering flavors shine.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
• 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
• 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 medium lime, juiced
• 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the rice to the pan and stir to coat the grains in the oil and vegetable mixture. Toast the rice for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, then add the diced tomatoes, corn, and black beans.

Step 6

Stir in the cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to evenly distribute the spices.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pan with a lid and let it simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 8

Remove the pan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Fluff the rice gently with a fork, then stir in the lime juice.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2017.5 grams (2017.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1185

Total Fat 35.50g	46%
Saturated Fat 5.60g	28%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4909mg	213%
Total Carbohydrate 190.90g	69%
Dietary Fiber 36.20g	129%
Total Sugars 39.90g
Protein 39.70g	79%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 322mg	25%
Iron 15mg	84%
Potassium 3147mg	67%

*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: 25.7%

Protein: 12.8%

Carbs: 61.5%