Best Spanish Rice Low Sodium Instant Recipes

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LOW SODIUM SPANISH RICE



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Perfect as a side, or add your favorite grilled protein and make it the star of the meal.

Provided by Christopher Lower

Categories     Side Dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

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

Steps:

  • 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!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 245.1 kcal, Carbohydrate 53.7 g, Protein 5.2 g, Fat 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, TransFat 0.2 g, Sodium 8.6 mg, Fiber 1.9 g, Sugar 0.6 g, UnsaturatedFat 0.2 g

SPANISH RICE (LOW SODIUM) RECIPE



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Provided by [email protected]

Number Of Ingredients 9

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

Steps:

  • In a large skillet (with lid) or dutch oven heat the oil 2. Add the rice, peppers, and onion and saute until the rice browns and the peppers and onions are tender 3. Stir in the tomatoes and water. 4. Add the cumin, paprika, and chili powder 5. Bring to a boil, then cover the pot/pan and reduce heat to a simmer. 6. 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.

SPANISH RICE LOW SODIUM INSTANT



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No butter, no oil, and very low sodium. Easy & flavorful.

Provided by Lynn Socko

Categories     Rice Sides

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 c instant brown rice
1 3/4 c water or homemade/lower sodium ckn broth
1/4 c no salt added catsup
1 1/2 tsp cumin
1 tsp granulated garlic
1/2 tsp granulated onion
1/2 tsp black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Add all ingredients, cook per package directions.

BETTER SPANISH RICE



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Flavorful and delicious. No one will guess this authentic tasting rice was made from instant rice.

Provided by mjhutch

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Spanish Rice Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ onion, chopped
1 ¼ cups uncooked instant rice
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup chicken broth

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, and cook and stir the chopped onion until browned, about 8 minutes.
  • Stir in the rice, tomatoes, cilantro, and chicken broth, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer until the rice is cooked and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.2 calories, Carbohydrate 28 g, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 165.7 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

LOW SODIUM SPANISH RICE AND BEANS



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This Low Sodium Spanish Rice and Beans packs great flavor with far less sodium than most recipes. This quick and easy recipe is ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish making it a great busy weekday choice!

Provided by Lara Clevenger, MSH, RDN, CPT

Categories     Main Course     Side Dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon avocado oil
1 cup white rice (uncooked, rinsed well)
1 cup onion (chopped)
1 ½ cups water (or low sodium chicken or vegetable broth)
½ cup tomato sauce (unsalted )
1 ½ tsp paprika
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp cayenne pepper
15 ounces canned pinto beans (rinsed and drained)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet set over medium heat. Add the rice and onion and toast for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the rice is golden and the onion is tender.
  • Add in the broth, tomato sauce, and spices and bring the mixture to a low boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the rice absorbs the liquid and is fluffy. Do not remove the lid or stir while cooking.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat, remove the lid and taste, adjusting the seasonings as desired. Stir in the beans and cover. Allow to sit for an additional 5 minutes, until warmed through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 86 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

LOW SODIUM SPANISH RICE



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Restaurant-Style Spanish Rice (aka Mexican Rice), is super easy to make, low in sodium, and tastes as if it came straight from the restaurant.

Provided by LoSo Foodie

Categories     Side Dish

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
2 teaspoons of cumin
2 teaspoons of salt-free chili powder
2 teaspoons of Spanish paprika
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
1 can (12 oz) of No Salt Added Crushed Tomatoes
2 cups of long-grain white rice
2 cups of unsalted chicken broth

Steps:

  • In a dutch oven, heat oil.
  • Add uncooked rice, peppers, and onions. Saute - stirring frequently - until the rice is golden brown and the peppers and onions have become tender.
  • Stir in the crushed tomatoes and water. Add spices and stir.
  • Bring to a boil then cover and reduce heat to low.
  • Simmer for about 30 minutes or until the rice has fully cooked. Remember to stir occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Carbohydrate 22 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 5 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, SaturatedFat 0 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 52 milligrams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams unsaturated fat

GREAT TASTING LOW SODIUM MEXICAN RICE



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If you're looking for a great tasing low sodium rice side dish recipe, this is it. This is pretty mild, so adjust the seasonings if you're looking for something a little more spicy.

Provided by Shock55

Categories     White Rice

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 cup uncooked rice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
3/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth (I use Herbox Sodium Free)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can no-salt-added vegetables

Steps:

  • In a stock pot heat oil till hot.
  • Add uncooked rice and saute until the rice looks clear (usually 2 - 3 minutes).
  • Add seasonings, chicken broth, diced tomatoes and mixed vegetables and turn heat up to high. Stir well and bring to a boil.
  • Turn heat to low. Cook covered for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.3, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 245.5, Carbohydrate 35.1, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 3.5, Protein 5

INSTANT POT® MEXICAN RICE



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This Instant Pot® rice is a wonderful side dish for any Mexican meal.

Provided by Bren

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Spanish Rice Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon avocado oil, or more as needed
½ medium onion, finely chopped
2 large cloves garlic, minced
1 cup long-grain rice
1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken stock
½ cup tomato sauce
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®); select Saute function and adjust to medium. Cover the bottom of the pot with avocado oil. Cook and stir onion until soft, 4 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add rice to the pot and mix until coated with oil and lightly browned. Pour in chicken stock; stir any browned bits off the bottom of the pot. Mix in tomato sauce, salt, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Close and lock the lid. Seal the vent and select high pressure function. Set timer for 7 minutes; allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir rice before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.6 calories, Carbohydrate 41.1 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 787.7 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

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