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Mexican Rice – A Mexican style rice, that happens to be good for you. It is full of scallions and chunks of avocado. So good and a staple anytime we have Mexican food!

Mexican food is a staple in our house. It can be something like Southwest Baked Chicken where you just need an easy side dish, or even just taco night.  We love anything with those Mexican spices.

One of my favorite things about going out for Mexican food is having the rice!  Well that and margaritas, but that is a different story. I have made many rices over the years that are similar to restaurant style, but this is the one we come back to every time.

Mexican Rice - A Mexican style rice, that happens to be good for you. It is full of scallions and chunks of avocado. So good and a staple anytime we have Mexican food!

 

This homemade Mexican rice has been a staple in our house for at least 15 years.  I found the recipe somewhere when I was first married and we still make it today.  I do know it is the only rice that my mother in law will make now.  It is just that good!

The chunks of buttery avocado and green onions make it extra special. If you leave those out, you have a pretty normal Mexican rice. But don’t leave them out, trust me they make it over the top amazing.

Mexican Rice - A Mexican style rice, that happens to be good for you. It is full of scallions and chunks of avocado. So good and a staple anytime we have Mexican food!

 

How to Make Mexican Rice

  • Just like any rice you boil a liquid and then let the rice cook and absorb everything!
  • Use chicken broth to make it have so much more flavor
  • Season with cumin and a tiny bit of butter when cooking to give the rice so much flavor
  • Pick your favorite salsa. Hot, medium, or mild – they are all good
  • Stir in chopped avocado and green onions when you are ready to serve. So buttery, creamy, and delicious

Mexican Rice - A Mexican style rice, that happens to be good for you. It is full of scallions and chunks of avocado. So good and a staple anytime we have Mexican food!

 

This Mexican rice is full of avocados, which might seem a little strange for rice, but trust me on this one.  I have served this rice to countless people, and everyone raves about it. Avocados are good for you, they are a healthy fat. So they are a great way to bulk up rice and make it better for you!

The next time you are making Enchillada Casserole or just about any kind of Mexican food, this rice needs to be on the menu!  It just rounds out he meal and everyone will love it.  Plus it is just so darn easy to make!

Mexican Rice - A Mexican style rice, that happens to be good for you. It is full of scallions and chunks of avocado. So good and a staple anytime we have Mexican food!

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Mexican Rice Recipe
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
25 mins
 

Mexican Rice - A Mexican style rice, that happens to be good for you. It is full of scallions and chunks of avocado. So good and a staple anytime we have Mexican food!

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keyword: mexican rice
Servings: 5
Calories: 183 kcal
Ingredients
  • 2 1/4 cup water
  • 2 chicken bouillon cubes
  • 1 Tbls butter
  • 1 Tbls ground cumin
  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 1/3 cup salsa
  • 3 scallions , chopped
  • 1 avocado , chopped
Instructions

  1. Add water, bouillon cubes, butter, and cumin to a saucepan. Bring to a boil. 

  2.  Stir in rice, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 20 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed. 

  3. Stir in salsa. Remove from heat. Fold in the scallions and avocado. Serve.

Nutrition Facts
Mexican Rice Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 183 Calories from Fat 27
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 6mg 2%
Sodium 539mg 22%
Potassium 178mg 5%
Total Carbohydrates 33g 11%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 1g
Protein 3g 6%
Vitamin A 5.3%
Vitamin C 2.7%
Calcium 5.5%
Iron 13.5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. I could (and unfortunately do) go to Mexican restaurants just for a big bowl of that seasoned rice. I love the play of tomatoes ,spices and (oh my gosh) Starch! It’s my “south of the border comfort fix” I’m thinking rice for lunch, today 🙂

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  3. This sounds delicious and so unique with the avocados! I think it would be wonderful with just about any type of entrée, not just Mexican. Thanks for sharing, I love old-time tried and true recipes like this!

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  6. You’re speaking directly to me when you say you need to get yourself back into the exercise routine. I walk my kids to school and back (twice) and that’s all the “exercise” I get these days. I definitely need to do better than that. Love the healthy Mexican rice… I’m a rice girl so it’s always a happy dish for me. 🙂

    PS.. Hope you enjoyed your birthday!

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  9. I am definitely trying to eat healthier after eating loads of Christmas cookies for the past 2 weeks, so this rice is perfect! I agree that Mexican is known for being unhealthy, but you have proven that there are many ways to improve upon the nutrition of our favorites! Thanks and Happy New Year!

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  15. I am always on the hunt for a better mexican rice recipe (since I have not found one yet that I love). I had mexican rice planned on next weeks menu and will definitely be giving this recipe a try instead of our normal one! Pinning 🙂

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  17. We eat tons of rice now that we’re gluten free. I need some new ways to jazz it up! I’m excited to try this one. I’m so happy that you visited and linked up at One Creative Weekend at OneCreativeMommy.com. The next party starts tonight at 8:00 PM MST. I hope you’ll be back.

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