Vegan Rice with Tomato Sauce
Savor the comforting flavors of this Vegan Rice with Tomato Sauce, a simple yet satisfying dish that's bursting with Mediterranean-inspired goodness. Made with pantry staples like crushed tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and a touch of olive oil, this recipe creates a vibrant, herbaceous sauce infused with the warm notes of dried basil and oregano. The fluffy, cooked white rice is gently folded into the rich tomato base, absorbing all of its savory depth in every bite. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a total cooking time of 30 minutes, this vegan rice dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or an easy weeknight meal. Serve it warm and garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and added freshness. Whether you're looking for a plant-based main course or a versatile side dish, this vegan rice recipe is sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 14-ounce can Canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup Vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 cups Cooked white rice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the tomato paste to the saucepan, stirring continuously for 2 minutes to caramelize slightly.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth, stirring to combine.
Season the sauce with dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, allowing it to thicken.
Stir the cooked rice into the tomato sauce, ensuring the rice is fully coated and heated through.
Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste, if necessary.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1375 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.2 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5038 mg | 219% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 241.7 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.2 g | ||
| Protein | 30.3 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 291 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 2602 mg | 55% | |
*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.
