Healthier Spanish Rice a Delicious Whole Grain Side

A healthier version of Spanish Rice made with brown rice instead of white rice.

This rice is great as a side dish; or my favorite way, layer it in a tortilla with some cheese and refried beans for a fabulous homemade BRC burrito.

Traditionally Spanish or Mexican Rice is made with white rice, but the brown rice adds some extra whole grain goodness. It takes a little longer to cook, but with the spices and sauce you don't notice the flavor or texture difference.

Other rice recipes you may enjoy:

Healthier Spanish Rice

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Ingredients

 

• 2 extra virgin olive oil
• 1 cup brown rice (uncooked)
• 2 cup chicken broth (preferably organic)
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1 can 4 ounce size diced green chilies (undrained)
• 1½ tablespoon low sodium taco seasoning

Instructions

 

• Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the rice and stir to coat completely in oil. Cook, stirring occasionally for 2-3 minutes, until rice is lightly toasted.
• Add vegetable broth, tomato sauce, diced green chilies, and taco seasoning and stir to combine.
• Increase heat to high and bring the rice mixture to a rolling boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and cover with a lid. Cook for approximately 20 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and rice is fully cooked.
• Remove from heat and allow rice to rest for 5 minutes. Remove lid and fluff the rice mixture with a fork.

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