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Red Beans and Rice

Red Beans and Rice

Cost $8.5, save $6

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 80 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $8.5

INGREDIENTS

  • Base

    • 🍚 1 cup uncooked brown rice

  • Vegetables

    • 🧄 2 cloves garlic
    • 🧅 1 small yellow onion
    • 🌶 1 bell pepper
    • 🍅 1 fresh tomato
    • 🥑 1 avocado
    • 🌿 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro

  • Seasonings and Oil

    • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
    • 🧂 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin

  • Extras

    • 2 cans (15.5 ounce) low-sodium red kidney beans
    • 💧 1 1/2 cups water
    • 💧 1 1/2 ounces water (for sautéing)

STEPS

1

Put the rice and water in the pot and bring to a boil over high heat.

2

Turn the heat down to low and cook, covered, until the rice is tender, about 45 minutes.

3

Place the large skillet on the stove over medium-high heat. When it is hot, add the oil. Add the garlic, onion, bell pepper, and 2 tablespoons water. Cook until the mixture is golden, about 10 minutes.

4

Add the tomato, salt, cumin, beans, and water and cook until the beans are very soft, about 20 to 30 minutes.

5

Divide the cooked rice among 4 bowls or plates, and top with equal amounts of the bean mixture.

6

Top with avocado and sprinkle with cilantro, if using.

7

Serve right away, or cover and refrigerate up to 3 days.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

444

Calories

  • 17
    Protein
  • 77
    Carbs
  • 10
    Fats

💡 You can replace brown rice with quinoa, barley, or farro for variation.Add cayenne pepper for additional spice.For a budget-friendly option, you can skip the avocado.This dish can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.