Dairy-Free Rice with Tomato Sauce
Transform your everyday meal into a wholesome culinary delight with this flavorful Dairy-Free Rice with Tomato Sauce recipe. Perfect for those following a dairy-free diet, this simple yet satisfying dish combines fluffy, long-grain rice with a rich homemade tomato sauce infused with aromatic herbs like basil and oregano. The sauce is brightened with sautéed onions and garlic, offering a delicious balance of savory and slightly sweet flavors, enhanced by an optional hint of sugar. Ready in under 40 minutes, this budget-friendly recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prepping. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley, for a heartwarming, plant-based dish that pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables or a crisp side salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 14 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon basil leaves, dried
- 1 teaspoon oregano, dried
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon sugar (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold running water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch, then set aside.
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice and a pinch of salt, then cover and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 18-20 minutes until the rice is cooked and all the water is absorbed.
While the rice is cooking, prepare the tomato sauce. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, ensuring the garlic doesn't brown.
Pour the canned crushed tomatoes into the skillet, then add dried basil, oregano, salt, black pepper, and sugar (if using). Stir well to combine.
Bring the sauce to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook gently uncovered for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce slightly thickens.
Adjust seasoning to taste with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork. To serve, spoon the rice onto individual plates and top with the tomato sauce.
Garnish each serving with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
684 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.7 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1704 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.1 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.6 g | ||
| Protein | 12.6 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 227 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1681 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
