Arroz a la Mexicana

Arroz a la Mexicana is a vibrant and flavorful vegetarian rice dish that celebrates the essence of Mexican cuisine. With fresh vegetables and aromatic spices, this dish is perfect for a hearty lunch.

Ingredients

• Long-grain rice - 1 cup
• Vegetable broth - 2 cups
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Green bell pepper - 1/2, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Frozen peas - 1/2 cup
• Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain.
2. In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent.
3. Add the diced carrot and green bell pepper, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until softened.
4. Stir in the rinsed rice, toasting it for about 2 minutes until slightly golden.
5. Add the diced tomato and vegetable broth to the saucepan, bringing it to a boil. Season with salt and black pepper.
6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
7. Once cooked, remove from heat and gently fold in the frozen peas and chopped cilantro.
8. Drizzle lime juice over the rice, mix well, and let it sit covered for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from fresh vegetables.
• Good source of fiber, aiding digestion and promoting gut health.

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