Spanish Rice

 

When Jess and I went vegan for 2 weeks, this recipe saved my life! Even if you aren't a vegan, having one vegan meal a week is a great change that always leaves me feeling healthier. When you take out meat and dairy... it's almost impossible to eat unhealthy! Rice doesn't always have to be a side dish, make this your main meal with some Clean Eating Guacamole  and Reduced Guilt tortilla Chips from Trader Joes on the side!

Prep time: 10 min

Cook time: 30 min

Ingredients:

* 1 T. Olive Oil

* 1 c. uncooked white rice

* 1 onion, chopped

* 1 clove garlic (minced)

* 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped

* 2 c. chicken broth

* 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles

* 2 tsp. chili powder, or to taste

* 1 tsp. salt

Directions:

1. Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Saute onion, garlic, and bell pepper until onions are tender.

2. Add the uncooked rice and let it brown for a few minutes.

3. Stir in chicken broth and tomatoes. Season with chili powder and salt. Cover, and simmer for 30 minutes. 

4. After 30 minutes, remove skillet from burner and let sit for 5 minutes BEFORE taking off the lid. 

5. Remove lid, fluff rice, ENJOY!