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Mexican Style Rice

Yields12 Servings

 1 tablespoon olive oil
 ½ cup onion, chopped
 2 cups brown or white rice
 2 cups low sodium vegetable broth
 1 ½ cups unsalted tomato sauce
 ½ cup carrots, chopped
 ½ cup frozen peas
 ½ cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
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1.Wash hands with soap and warm water. Wash produce well and chop as directed.

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2.Heat olive oil in a deep medium pot. Add the onion and sauté over medium-high until translucent. Add the rice and cook until slightly toasted.

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3.In a medium bowl, mix the broth and tomato puree. Pour over rice.

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4.Add the carrots, peas, and corn.

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5.Cover and cook over medium heat for 25 to 35 minutes, or until rice is fully cooked.

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6.Serve with a main dish or beans and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

12 servings

Serving size

½ cup

Amount per serving
Calories150
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2g3%

Saturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 56mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 30g11%

Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 3g

* The % Daily Value (DV) 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.