Easiest 4 Ingredient Mexican Rice

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 1

Quick and Easy 4 Ingredient Mexican Rice Recipe

by The Chefin Rice

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup instant rice or 1 cup long grain rice
	1/4 cup water
	3/4 cup salsa
	1/8 teaspoon ground cumin

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

175

Sugar

Fat

This 4 Ingredient Mexican Rice recipe is a simple and savory dish that pairs perfectly with any meal, from a quick lunch to a cozy dinner. The recipe contains only four ingredients, making it a great choice for those looking to make something fast and flavorful. The combination of instant rice, water, salsa, and cumin give the dish a purely Mexican taste that will satisfy your craving for Mexican flavor. 4 Ingredient Mexican Rice is a staple at most Mexican restaurants and now, you can enjoy it at home too, with this easy-to-follow recipe.

Instructions

1.	In a medium pot, bring water to a boil.
2.	Add in the instant or long grain rice and stir.
3.	Add the salsa and ground cumin to the pot, stirring well.
4.	Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low, allowing the mixture to simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked.
5.	Remove the pot from heat, uncover, and fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

PROS

This 4-ingredient Mexican Rice recipe is quick and easy to make.

The combination of salsa and cumin gives it bold, flavorful taste.

CONS

The recipe contains simple ingredients, which some may find uninteresting.

Overmixing could cause the rice to become mushy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe’s health benefits come from the tomato content of the salsa. Tomatoes are rich in important nutrients like Vitamin C, Potassium, and Vitamin K1, which all contribute to a healthy, balanced diet. Additionally, they help maintain heart health and support weight loss efforts.