No. This product is not vegetarian as it lists 1 ingredient that derives from meat or fish and 2 ingredients that could could derive from meat or fish depending on the source.

Is Old El Paso™ Mexican Rice Vegetarian?

No. This product is not vegetarian as it lists 1 ingredient that derives from meat or fish and 2 ingredients that could could derive from meat or fish depending on the source.
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Description

Flavored rice with a savory, mildly spiced profile and fluffy, separate grains; commonly served alongside tacos, burritos, and grilled meats or used as a base for bowls and casseroles. Reviewers often note consistent convenience and reliable texture, praising quick preparation, while some mention occasional variability in seasoning and salt level.

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Ingredients

Long grain rice, maltodextrin, modified corn starch, onion powder, salt, tomato powder, dried red and green bell peppers, dried ricotta cheese (modified milk ingredients, lactic acid, salt), spices (contains chili pepper), high monounsaturated canola and/or soybean oil, yeast extract, dried chicken broth, natural and artificial flavour, silicon dioxide, sunflower oil, pea protein isolate, rice flour.

What is a Vegetarian diet?

A vegetarian diet eliminates meat, poultry, and fish but typically includes dairy, eggs, and plant-based foods. People adopt it for ethical, environmental, or health reasons. This diet emphasizes fruits, vegetables, legumes, grains, nuts, and seeds as key nutrient sources. Vegetarians often get protein from eggs, tofu, beans, and lentils. It can offer health benefits such as reduced risk of heart disease and improved weight management, though attention should be given to nutrients like iron, zinc, and vitamin B12. With proper planning, a vegetarian diet can be both nutritionally complete and sustainable.

Where to buy

Old El Paso™ Mexican Rice is available at 4 retailers

Walmart CaLoblawsMetroGrocery Gateway

About this product

Rice · Dried

Flavor
SavorySpicyUmami
Texture
FluffySoft
Commonly used for
Side DishMeal PrepCooking
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