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🌶️ Spanish Rice with Avocado – Easy, Flavor-Packed & Vegan-Friendly!

Looking for a quick, delicious, and healthy side dish or light meal? This Spanish Rice with Avocado is your go-to recipe! Packed with bold flavors, it's perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or taco nights. Bonus: it's vegan, gluten-free, and naturally nutritious.

🕒 Prep Time: 10 mins

🍳 Cook Time: 25 mins

🍽️ Servings: 4

📝 Ingredients:

  • 1 cup long grain rice (white or brown)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup canned diced tomatoes (or fresh, chopped)
  • 1 ½ cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp chili powder (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • Juice of ½ lime
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

  1. Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear. Drain well.
  2. Sauté aromatics: In a large skillet or saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté until soft and translucent.
  3. Toast the rice: Stir in rice and cook for 2–3 minutes until lightly golden.
  4. Add flavor: Mix in diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 18–20 minutes (or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed).
  6. Rest: Turn off the heat and let rice sit (covered) for 5 minutes.
  7. Fluff and top: Fluff the rice with a fork. Add diced avocado, squeeze fresh lime juice, and sprinkle chopped cilantro.
  8. Serve hot – as a main dish or a flavorful side!

🥑 Pro Tips:

  • Add black beans or grilled corn for extra protein.
  • Use brown rice for added fiber (adjust cooking time).
  • Want it spicy? Add jalapeño or hot sauce.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve as a main dish with a side of black beans or grilled vegetables.
  • Works perfectly as a side dish for tacos, enchiladas, or fajitas.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro, lime wedges, or sliced avocado for extra flavor.
  • Can be served warm or at room temperature for lunchboxes or picnics.

FAQs

1. Can I make this recipe vegan?
Yes! This recipe is naturally vegan if you use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.

2. Can I use brown rice instead of white rice?
Yes, but cooking time will be longer (about 40–45 minutes) and liquid amount should be slightly increased.

3. Can I prepare this recipe ahead of time?
Absolutely! Cook the rice in advance and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add fresh avocado just before serving.

4. Can I freeze this recipe?
Rice can be frozen, but avocado is best added fresh, as freezing can change its texture.

5. What can I add for extra protein?
You can add black beans, grilled chicken, or tofu for a more filling meal.

Similar Recipes

  1. Mexican Rice with Corn and Beans – a colorful, protein-packed alternative.
  2. Cilantro Lime Rice – fresh and zesty, perfect with tacos or grilled veggies.
  3. Avocado Quinoa Salad – a healthy, grain-based salad with creamy avocado.
  4. Spanish Paella with Vegetables – for a more elaborate Spanish-style rice dish.
  5. Chorizo and Rice Skillet – a hearty, flavorful one-pan meal.

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