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Low Sodium Spanish Rice

Low Sodium Spanish Rice

Christopher Lower
Perfect as a side, or add your favorite grilled protein and make it the star of the meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Spanish
Servings 3 cups
Calories 245.1 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 2 tsp Cumin
  • 2 tsp Chili Powder Salt Free
  • 2 tsp Spanish Paprika or Pimenton
  • 1 Medium Onion chopped
  • 1 Medium Red Bell Pepper chopped
  • 1 12 oz Can of Crushed Tomatoes no salt added or the lowest sodium you can find
  • 2 cups Long Grain White Rice uncooked
  • 2 cups water

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet (with lid) or dutch oven heat the oil
  • Add the rice, peppers, and onion and saute until the rice browns and the peppers and onions are tender
  • Stir in the tomatoes and water.
  • Add the cumin, paprika, and chili powder
  • Bring to a boil, then cover the pot/pan and reduce heat to a simmer.
  • Allow to simmer for 30 minutes or until the Rice has absorbed the liquid, stirring occasionally to keep the rice from sticking to the pot/pan.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition Facts
Low Sodium Spanish Rice
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 245.1 Calories from Fat 5
% Daily Value*
Fat 0.6g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Trans Fat 0.2g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Sodium 8.6mg0%
Carbohydrates 53.7g18%
Fiber 1.9g8%
Sugar 0.6g1%
Protein 5.2g10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 245.1kcalCarbohydrates: 53.7gProtein: 5.2gFat: 0.6gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gTrans Fat: 0.2gSodium: 8.6mgFiber: 1.9gSugar: 0.6g
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