Tomato Rice Recipe
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5
Tomato Rice Recipe
Description
Prepared by gently sautéing diced yellow onion and minced garlic in olive oil, the recipe builds flavor before incorporating tomato paste and vegetable bouillon. Cooked rice, canned diced tomatoes with juice, and a seasoning blend (Italian or Greek) are then added and heated until the mixture is warmed through and most moisture is absorbed. Garnishing with fresh chopped parsley adds a mild herbaceous note.
The rice texture remains fluffy with pockets of tomato-infused moistness. The combination of tomato paste and bouillon seasoning creates a rich, savory base with subtle herbal undertones from the seasoning blend. This makes for a versatile side that complements grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or can be served as a light standalone meal.
The recipe advises using long-grain rice varieties such as basmati or jasmine for best results, ensuring separate, firm grains rather than a sticky texture. This dish showcases how simple pantry staples can be combined for a flavorful rice preparation.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 yellow onion diced (about 1 cup, small
- 3 cloves garlic , minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon vegetable bouillon seasoning paste or powder form
- 5 cups long grained rice , cooked according to package directions*
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes canned with juice
- 3 teaspoons Italian seasoning blend or Greek seasoning blend
- parsley , chopped for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
- Saute the onion for 3 minutes or until tender and translucent. Add the garlic and cook for one additional minute.
- Stir in the tomato paste and bouillon until well combined.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked rice, canned tomatoes and juice and the Italian or Greek seasoning.
- Cook for 3 additional minutes or until heated through and juice is absorbed.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and serve topped with the fresh parsley.
- If you've tried this recipe, please come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.
Notes
- Use basmati or jasmine rice for a better texture, as these long-grain varieties tend to separate well after cooking.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 635 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 635kcal | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 130g | 43% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 289mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 406mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 179IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 89mg | 9% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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