Arroz con pepino

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Frozen herbs provide convenience and are often cheaper.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: water

💰Cheaper: homemade broth

Homemade broth can be made with scraps and is cost-effective.

bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: carrots

Carrots are often cheaper and provide a similar texture.

Heat oil in a pot.

Add 1 cup of washed rice to the pot with chopped onion and garlic and fry until golden.

Add 2.5 cups of water to the pot with the rice and bring to a boil.

Once the rice is cooked, prepare the cilantro and additional chopped onion for flavor.

Add lemon juice and salt to taste to the cooked rice mixture.

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Cooking Techniques

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