Maíz con Arroz

Maíz con Arroz is a simple, comforting staple dish from Latin America, particularly common in Caribbean and Central American cuisines. It consists primarily of corn (often fresh kernels or hominy) cooked together with rice, and is typically seasoned with onions, garlic, and sometimes sofrito or achiote for color and flavor.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a high-carbohydrate, plant-based meal that provides a good source of dietary fiber and essential minerals like magnesium and phosphorus from the corn. A typical one-cup serving contains roughly 200-250 calories, with minimal fat and a moderate amount of protein from the rice and corn combination.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	215 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	45 g
Fat	2.5 g
Fiber	3.5 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	320 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Magnesium	55 mg
Phosphorus	95 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Zinc	1.0 mg
Niacin (B3)	2.8 mg
Folate	65 mcg
Selenium	6 mcg

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

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Maíz con Arroz represents a foundational 'three sisters' agricultural tradition (corn, beans, squash), though this version highlights the corn and grain pairing. Nutritionally, combining corn and rice creates a more complete protein profile than eating either grain alone, making it a smart, affordable staple for plant-based diets.