Looking for quick and easy rice recipes to enjoy this summer? Bring some fresh and juicy tomatoes to the table and prepare a tomato and rice dish. The combo of these two simple yet highly satisfying ingredients opens the door to a whole heap of tasty, summery recipes. Wondering what exactly?
Join us as we delve into the best tomato and rice recipes to make memorable mealtimes. You don’t need to be an expert chef to make these. All you need is to follow a few tips and tricks and you’ll be on your way to making dishes that wow guests and dazzle their taste buds. Ready? Let’s get started.
Mediterranean Style Tomato Salad
To get things started, here’s a delightfully simple salad recipe that puts the combination of rice and tomato front and center. This Greek Salad with Feta Cheese and Tomato is made with classic Mediterranean salad ingredients such as tomatoes, feta cheese, black olives, green peppers and oregano, as well as fragrant Mahatma® Ready to Heat Jasmine Rice. Best of all, you can whip it up in just 3 minutes!
Tuna – A Light and Nutritious delight
You’re all stocked up on tomato and rice, right? You’re going to need those two ingredients if you want to make any of the recipes we’re about to explore. So make sure you’ve got the basics covered, and we’ll tell you what else you need.
To begin with, let’s take a look at what canned tuna has to offer. It’s a simple ingredient that requires no cooking or prep whatsoever, and can be used to create this Rice with Tomato and Tuna recipe. It sounds simple and it is; delicious dishes needn’t be complicated.
Tip: Drizzle some lemon over the top of the dish along with olive oil. Add seasonings and spices such as paprika, thyme, and parsley. It’s little touches like these that transform the dish from a make-do meal to an elegant and flavorful one.
Soup – Comfort in a Bowl
Yes, tomato and rice can be used to make a comforting soup! This one is ideal for those cool summer evenings when you want something on the warmer side, but at the same time, not too hearty. Tomato Rice Soup resembles some of the soup recipes found in the Mediterranean region of the world, in terms of ingredients, style, and deliciousness.
Tip: If you would prefer your soup to be a little thicker and creamier, here’s what you can do: blend the tomatoes together before adding them, throw in a splash of cream or Greek yogurt, and be generous with the seasonings, especially the grated Parmesan cheese that goes on top.
Birria – A Flavorful Fiesta
Now, how about bringing some flair to proceedings? In this case, it’s birria. If you’re not already familiar with birria, here’s a quick lowdown. Simply put, birria is a Mexican stew that’s usually made with goat or beef. Not only do birrias make for tasty dishes, they’re also pretty pleasing to the eye, as our Birria with Tomato Rice recipe demonstrates.
Tip: Want to know how to make your birria extra tasty? Prepare it a day in advance. There are two benefits to this. The first is that with all those flavors melding overnight, the taste is simply better. The second is that you don’t have to worry about cooking on the day you plan to serve it.
Eggplant – A Veggie Lover’s Dream
Those who love their vegetables will already know that eggplant is one of the best for making meals that stand out with style, taste, and originality. In this Eggplant Stuffed with Rice and Tomatoes recipe, they form little boats which carry the delicious passengers of rice and tomato straight to your taste buds.
Tip: When scooping out the eggplants, you can keep the flesh and mix it into the rice for extra texture and flavor. You can also sprinkle some feta cheese and extra pine nuts on tops, the latter giving the dish a satisfying crunch. If that sounds delicious, just wait till you experience the taste!
Bacon – A Savory Sensation
It doesn’t take long to cook up a little bacon and add it to a rice meal, so why not take advantage of the opportunity to enjoy its flavors? You can have this Bacon Tomato Rice recipe ready in 45 minutes for a combo of smoky, savory, juicy, and fluffy tastes and textures.
Tip: If you want your dish to be extra meaty, use thick cut bacon and cook it until it’s crispy for a highly satisfying texture. Also, why throw away the bacon fat when you can sauté it with tomatoes? Not forgetting, a little bit of cheese always blends beautifully with bacon.
Embrace Summer with MahatmaⓇ Rice
Mahatma® Rice is your best buddy in the kitchen this summer. It’s versatile and easy to cook, and will help you to prepare meals that everyone loves. Whatever kind of dish you decide to prepare, know that you can trust Mahatma® Rice to deliver taste, convenience, and excellence, each and every time.
Tip: If you give your rice a quick rinse before cooking, it will wash away any excess starch. What does this do? It makes the rice fluffier when cooked. Also, there’s no need to always cook rice in water. Instead, you can cook it in broth for an extra flavor enhancer.
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