Best 9 Salsa Rice Dinner Recipes

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Salsa rice is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the tangy freshness of salsa with the comforting warmth of cooked rice. It is a versatile dish that can be easily customized to suit different tastes and preferences, making it a popular choice for busy weeknight meals. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of preparation, you can create a delicious and satisfying salsa rice dinner that the whole family will love.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

SALSA RICE



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This Salsa Rice takes a basic staple and makes it ten times better. You'll love the mix of spicy salsa and perfectly cooked rice with a touch of creaminess.

Provided by Tania Sheff

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 cups Basmati rice
2 cups salsa (I used medium heat)
3 cups vegetable broth
3 tbsp. plant-based or regular butter

Steps:

  • In a large pot, add the basmati rice, followed by the salsa and veggie broth. Give it a stir to make sure everything is submerged and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and let the mixture simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Turn off the heat and add the butter. Cover the pot again with a tight lid and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  • Stir again, making sure that everything is well combined. Then serve the Salsa Rice with a lime slice for garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 kcal, Carbohydrate 64 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 929 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SALSA RICE



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Make and share this Salsa Rice recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Deb Wolf

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1/2 cup long grain rice
1 cup chunky salsa
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Mix rice, salsa (I like medium heat, but go with your family's preference) and water in small saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil, cover with lid and reduce heat to low.
  • Simmer, stirring every 5-7 minutes until rice is tender, about 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.9, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 390.8, Carbohydrate 22.5, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 2, Protein 2.6

EASY SALSA RICE



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Feel free to saute a little green bell pepper with onions, you may adjust the garlic and chili flakes to taste --- this is very good! :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Rice

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons oil
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon fresh finely chopped garlic
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to heat level) (optional)
1 cup uncooked white rice (I use converted white rice)
2 cups water or 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 (16 ounce) jar Pace Picante Sauce
1/4-1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (to taste) (optional)
salt (optional and to taste)

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan heat oil over medium heat; add in onion, garlic and chili flakes, cook stirring for 3 minutes.
  • Add in rice, water and salsa; stir and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for about 20-22 minutes or until the rice is tender or is at desired doneness.
  • Season with salt and black pepper if desired.

SALSA RICE WITH BLACK BEANS AND CORN



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Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup rice, regular or instant
1/2 (14-ounce) can black beans, drained
1/2 cup prepared salsa
1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium sauce pot, cook rice according to package instructions. When the rice is half way cooked, add black beans, salsa, and cook about 10 minutes for regular rice and 3 minutes for instant rice .Continue cooking rice. Remove the pot, using a spoon, stir in chopped cilantro and season, to taste, with salt and black pepper.

SALSA RICE



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It's a snap to change the spice level in this popular rice side dish by choosing a milder or hotter salsa. It's a delicious way to round out burritos or tacos when the clock is ticking. -Molly Ingle, Canton, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1-1/2 cups water
1-1/2 cups chunky salsa
2 cups uncooked instant rice
1 to 1-1/2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring water and salsa to a boil. Stir in rice. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in cheese; cover and let stand for 30 seconds or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 506mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY SALSA RICE



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Salsa rice with spicy pepper Jack cheese that goes great with any Spanish or Mexican meal.

Provided by Mark

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups water
2 cups white rice
1 cup frozen corn
1 teaspoon olive oil
½ cup chopped onion
1 cup salsa
1 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Bring water and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and water has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes, adding frozen corn with about 5 minutes remaining.
  • While the rice is cooking, heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; stir in onion. Cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir onions into the cooked rice-corn mixture. Stir in salsa and pepper Jack cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Cholesterol 11.8 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 200.9 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

CHEESY SALSA RICE



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This is a quick and delicious side dish that I make all the time to serve with Mexican food. I know it's not authentic, but my family loves it!

Provided by Charmie777

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup long grain rice
2 cups water (or broth)
1 cup salsa (more or less to your taste)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (more or less to your taste)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to your preference. (I use a rice steamer.).
  • When rice is done, quickly add salsa, cheese, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.
  • Additional cheese may be sprinkled on top.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.1, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 6.1, Cholesterol 29.7, Sodium 569.8, Carbohydrate 41.4, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 2.2, Protein 11.3

S-C-R-A-M (SALSA, CHEESE, RICE AND MEAT)



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Based on the AJC online edition's What's For Dinner featured on 08-05-09 -- 5 ingredients / 30 Minute Challenge! recipe submitted by Matt Doroff, Norcross, Georgia, with some OPTIONAL ingredients. A great one-pot, family friendly meal with an even better kid-approved acronym, SCRAM :) (Salsa, Cheese, Rice and Meat). This is convenience cooking at its best, a ground meat skillet dinner using salsa and taco seasoning for flavor and cooked rice (and optional black beans) to add heft... If you don't have cooked rice on hand, one (8.8-ounce) package brown or white cooked Ready Rice (90 second microwaveable) can be used. To keep this more kid-friendly, leave out the chopped jalapenos! Leftovers can be rolled up in a tortilla for a burrito filling - or plan on using tortillas as part of your SCRAM meal!

Provided by KerfuffleUponWincle

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb extra lean ground beef (or ground turkey breast, or ground pork)
1/2 cup onion, chopped (Optional, if desired)
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning
2 cups cooked rice (or one 8.8-ounce package 90 second microwaveable rice)
1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (or pepper jack cheese)
1 1/2-2 cups salsa
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can black beans (rinsed and drained, if desired) (optional)
1 tablespoon pickled jalapeno chili, chopped (Optional, if desired)
avocado, sliced (Optional, for garnish)
cilantro (Optional, for garnish)
sour cream (Optional, for garnish)
4 -8 tortillas (Optional, for garnish)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute chopped onion (optional) until translucent ~.
  • Add ground meat and brown with taco seasoning, draining excess fat if necessary.
  • Add cooked rice, cheese, salsa, (and optional black beans and jalapenos) to taste. NOTE: Use the full 2 cups salsa if you are adding the black beans!
  • Stir until combined and heated through.
  • Serves 6-8 ~ Garnish with cilantro, sour cream., and sliced avocados.
  • Any leftovers can be used as a filling for tortillas.
  • NOTE: Allow twenty (20) extra minutes if you need to precook plain old fashioned raw rice for this meal!

FIESTA SALSA RICE



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A blend of ground beef, Spanish rice, corn, and salsa that combines to form a delicious dish.

Provided by KWOODARD430

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (6.8 ounce) package Spanish rice mix
1 pound ground beef
1 (16 ounce) jar chunky salsa
1 (11 ounce) can Mexican-style corn, drained

Steps:

  • Bring 2 cups water and olive oil to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in rice and contents of spice pack. Return to a boil. Cover; reduce heat to low. Simmer until most water is absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • While rice cooks, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
  • Stir cooked beef, salsa, and corn into the rice. Let simmer for 5 minutes or until warm. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.3 g, Cholesterol 71 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 23.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 1066.7 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. This will give your salsa rice dinner the best flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of salsa. There are many different types of salsa available, so you can find one that suits your taste.
  • Add some protein to your salsa rice dinner. This could be chicken, beef, or beans.
  • Serve your salsa rice dinner with your favorite toppings. This could include sour cream, cheese, or guacamole.
  • Make a big batch of salsa rice dinner and freeze it for later. This is a great way to have a quick and easy meal on hand.

Conclusion:

Salsa rice dinner is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients, so you can customize it to your own liking. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a festive dish for a special occasion, salsa rice dinner is a great option.

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