Low Fat Chipotle Brown Rice
Elevate your rice game with this flavorful and health-conscious Low Fat Chipotle Brown Rice recipe! Crafted with hearty brown rice, smoky chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, and a vibrant medley of spices including cumin and smoked paprika, this dish is perfect for those seeking bold, Tex-Mex-inspired flavors without unnecessary fats. Simmered in a combination of water and low-sodium vegetable broth, and brightened with zesty lime juice and fresh cilantro, each bite delivers a satisfying, nutrient-packed experience. Ideal as a wholesome side dish or a flavorful base for your favorite proteins, this recipe is quick to prepare yet full of depth, making it a must-try addition to your repertoire of healthy, easy meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 small onion
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the brown rice under cold water to remove excess starch until the water runs clear.
In a deep saucepan, combine 2 cups of water and 1 cup of vegetable broth and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
While waiting for the liquid to boil, chop the onion finely and mince the garlic cloves.
In a separate skillet over medium heat, add 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté for about 3-5 minutes until they are translucent and fragrant.
Stir in 1 tablespoon of chipotle peppers (chopped if in whole form), 0.5 teaspoon of ground cumin, and 0.5 teaspoon of smoked paprika into the skillet with the onion and garlic.
Combine the sautéed mixture into the pot with the boiling water and vegetable broth.
Add the rinsed brown rice to the pot, then stir to mix all ingredients well.
Bring the mixture back to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and let the rice cook for 45 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Once cooked, remove from heat and let it sit covered for another 5 minutes.
Uncover the pot, fluff the rice with a fork, then add 1 tablespoon of lime juice and 0.25 cup of chopped fresh cilantro.
Season with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper to taste.
Serve warm as a side dish or a delicious base for your favorite low-fat meals.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
451 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.0 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1483 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.2 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.3 g | ||
| Protein | 8.3 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 656 mg | 14% | |
*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.
