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Healthy Brown Rice And Beans Recipe

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Healthy Fried Brown Rice With Vegetables Asian Fried Rice
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Description

Looking for a healthy and delicious meal that will fill you up and keep you energized? Look no further than this brown rice and beans recipe! Packed with fiber, protein, and plenty of vitamins and minerals, this dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a hearty lunch.

Prep Time

This recipe takes about 10-15 minutes to prepare.

Cook Time

The brown rice and beans will need to simmer for about 45-50 minutes to fully cook.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • Optional toppings: avocado, cilantro, hot sauce

Equipment

  • Large pot with lid
  • Spatula or wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Bowl for serving

Method

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the diced red bell pepper and sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and salt and stir to combine.
  5. Add the brown rice and stir until coated with the spice mixture.
  6. Add the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
  8. Add the drained and rinsed black beans and stir to combine.
  9. Remove from heat and stir in the lime juice.
  10. Serve hot with your favorite toppings, like avocado and cilantro.

Notes

This recipe makes enough for about 4 servings. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. You can also freeze the leftovers for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Info

One serving (about 1 1/2 cups) of this brown rice and beans recipe contains approximately:
  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 12g
  • Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 64g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 1400mg

Recipe Tips

  • Feel free to use any type of bean you like in this recipe - kidney beans, pinto beans, or chickpeas would all work well.
  • If you don't have vegetable broth, you can use chicken broth or water instead.
  • For extra flavor, try adding some diced tomatoes or a splash of hot sauce.
  • If you're short on time, you can use instant brown rice instead of regular brown rice - just follow the package instructions for cooking.
  • To make this recipe even healthier, try using low-sodium vegetable broth and omitting the salt.

Enjoy your healthy and delicious brown rice and beans!


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