Low Sodium Spanish Rice Dash Recipes

LOW SODIUM SPANISH RICE

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!

LOW SODIUM SPANISH RICE AND BEANS

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.

EASY SPANISH RICE

Steps:

• Combine salsa and red pepper sauce.
• Stir into rice.
• Heat in either microwave or pot until hot.

DASH DIET MEXICAN BAKE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spread rice in a shallow 3-quart casserole. Top with chicken. In a bowl, combine tomatoes, beans, corn, peppers, seasonings and garlic; pour over chicken. Top with cheese and optional jalapeno. Bake 45 minutes.

GREAT TASTING LOW SODIUM MEXICAN RICE

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.