VEGAN MEXICAN RICE 🍚 Quick and easy Instant Pot recipe!

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: white rice

Quinoa is higher in protein and nutrients.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: water

💰Cheaper: homemade broth

Water is a cost-effective base.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can add acidity at a lower cost.

Set Instant Pot on sauté mode.

Add diced onion and dry sauté until translucent, adding a little vegetable broth if needed to prevent sticking.

Add 2 cups low sodium vegetable broth to deglaze the pot.

Stir in 1 cup wild rice mix, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon paprika, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 cup chopped tomatoes, 1 tablespoon green chilies, and 1 tablespoon tamari (if using).

Stir to combine all ingredients.

Cancel sauté mode and select pressure cook for 25 minutes, ensuring the vent is closed.

After cooking, let it naturally cool for about 15 minutes before releasing steam.

Serve with a squeeze of lime juice.

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