Mexican Cinnamon Rice Recipe

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Mexican Cinnamon Rice
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Directions:

  1. Rinse rice well under running water; drain.
  2. Cook the onion and garlic in the margarine until tender; stir in drained rice and brown lightly.
  3. Stir in remaining ingredients, reserving the cilantro.
  4. Heat to boiling, stirring once or twice; reduce heat, cover and simmer until rice is tender and stock has been absorbed; approximately 40 to 45 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat; fluff rice lightly with fork; cover and allow to rest for about 5 to 10 minutes.
  6. Stir in cilantro and serve.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 135.81 Kcal (569 kJ)
Calories from fat 29.95 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3.33g 5%
Cholesterol 3mg 1%
Sodium 143.92mg 6%
Potassium 171.43mg 4%
Total Carbs 23.26g 8%
Sugars 3.21g 13%
Dietary Fiber 1.51g 6%
Protein 4.49g 9%
Vitamin C 5mg 8%
Iron 16mg 89%
Calcium 19.3mg 2%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 81.74 Kcal (342 kJ)
Calories from fat 18.03 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2g 5%
Cholesterol 1.81mg 1%
Sodium 86.62mg 6%
Potassium 103.18mg 4%
Total Carbs 14g 8%
Sugars 1.93g 13%
Dietary Fiber 0.91g 6%
Protein 2.7g 9%
Vitamin C 3mg 8%
Iron 9.6mg 89%
Calcium 11.6mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 2.7
    Points
  • 4
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • cholesterol free

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