Elevate your meals with this easy and delicious tuna and rice recipe!

Rice is one of the most versatile, economical, and healthy foods out there. Rich in complex carbohydrates, it is a long-lasting source of energy, and when combined with protein-rich ingredients like tuna, it transforms into a complete, satiating, and perfect meal for both lunch and dinner.

In addition, it is easy to prepare, yields quite a lot and adapts to an infinite number of flavors, which makes it a must in the family kitchen.

This is the best recipe for tuna with rice

Ingredients (for 2-3 servings):

• 1 cup white rice (can be brown if preferred)
• 1 can tuna in oil (drained)
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
• 2 tablespoons peas (can be frozen)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce or a few drops lemon juice (optional, for flavor)
• 2 tablespoons olive or sunflower oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Step-by-step preparation:

1. Cook the rice: Boil the cup of rice in 2 cups of water with a pinch of salt. Once cooked, strain if necessary and set aside.
2. Prepare the sofrito: In a large skillet, heat the oil. Add the onion, garlic and bell pepper. Cook over medium heat until tender and lightly browned.
3. Add the tuna: Add the shredded tuna and cook for 2-3 minutes, mixing well with the stir-fry.
4. Add the ingredients: Add the peas and cooked rice. Mix everything well and sauté for a few minutes to integrate the flavors.
5. Seasoning: Add salt, pepper, and, if desired, a splash of soy or lemon sauce to enhance the flavor.
6. Serve: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.

Variants to not get bored:

• With egg: You can add a beaten egg at the end, as if it were fried rice, and cook until it sets.
• Spicy: Add a few drops of hot sauce or ground chili pepper for a more intense version.
• With extra vegetables: Broccoli, shredded carrots or chopped zucchini are healthy and tasty options.
• With curry: A teaspoon of curry powder transforms this recipe into an exotic and aromatic version.

Useful tips:

• If you have leftover rice from another meal, this recipe is ideal to take advantage of it.
• Tuna in oil provides more flavor, but you can also use natural tuna and compensate with a drizzle of extra olive oil.
• For a fresh touch, serve it with a few slices of avocado or a tomato salad on the side.
• This recipe can also be taken as a lunch: it keeps well and reheats easily.

Are you looking for a quick, tasty and nutritious meal? This tuna rice is your solution. Economical, yielding and adaptable to your tastes, it will get you out of trouble more than once!