Arroz con Vegetales

Arroz con Vegetales is a vibrant, one-pot Latin American rice dish where fluffy grains are cooked with a colorful medley of vegetables like carrots, peas, corn, and bell peppers. It's a staple side dish across the region, often seasoned with garlic, onion, and cumin, and can be found in homes and restaurants from Mexico to Colombia.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is primarily a source of complex carbohydrates from the rice, providing sustained energy. It also offers dietary fiber, vitamins (like A and C), and minerals from the vegetables, with a typical serving containing around 250-350 calories, depending on the oil and specific vegetables used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	250 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	45 g
Fat	5 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	400 mg
Potassium	300 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Magnesium	45 mg
Phosphorus	90 mg
Folate	60 mcg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin A	80 mcg
Thiamin (B1)	0.3 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a perfect example of 'comida criolla' (creole cooking), representing the fusion of Indigenous, Spanish, and African culinary traditions in Latin America. Nutritionally, the combination of rice with vegetables creates a more complete and balanced meal than plain rice alone, making it a wholesome and economical family staple.