Arroz con Tomate
Arroz con Tomate is a comforting and versatile Spanish rice dish where the grains are cooked in a flavorful tomato-based broth, often with garlic and onion. It serves as a staple side or light main throughout Spain, showcasing the simple yet vibrant flavors of Mediterranean cuisine.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily a source of carbohydrates for energy, with moderate fiber from the tomatoes and rice. A typical serving provides around 250-350 calories, along with vitamins like vitamin C and lycopene from the tomatoes.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 215 kcal |
| Protein | 4.5 g |
| Carbs | 42 g |
| Fat | 3.5 g |
| Fiber | 2.5 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 mcg RAE |
| Iron | 1.8 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
| Phosphorus | 95 mg |
| Folate | 45 mcg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a beloved 'plato de cuchara' (spoon dish) that embodies Spanish home cooking, often used to accompany grilled meats or fish. Nutritionally, the cooked tomatoes increase the bioavailability of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant.
