Description
A hearty and flavorful one pot rice dish made with smoky plant based chorizo, tender chickpeas, sweet corn, and colorful bell peppers, all simmered together in a rich tomato and smoked paprika broth. Comforting, protein packed, and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil, divided
- 1 cup cooked corn
- 1 package plant based sausage chorizo, sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 2 bell peppers, diced small
- 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup uncooked jasmine or basmati rice, rinsed
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup shredded dairy free cheese
- 1 to 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
Instructions
- Heat a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat and add half of the avocado oil.
- Add the sliced plant based chorizo and cook until lightly browned. Stir in the chopped red onion and diced bell peppers, cooking until softened.
- Add the remaining oil if needed, then stir in the tomato paste, paprika, smoked paprika, garlic powder, dried parsley, and kosher salt. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes to bloom the spices.
- Add the rinsed rice, chickpeas, and cooked corn. Stir to coat evenly in the spiced mixture.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Sprinkle the shredded dairy free cheese over the top, cover for a few minutes to allow it to melt, then fluff gently with a fork.
- Finish with fresh parsley or cilantro and serve warm.
Notes
- Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to prevent it from becoming sticky.
- Keep the lid on while the rice simmers to ensure even steaming.
- For extra brightness, add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg