Beans & Rice

Beans and rice is a classic combination found in many cuisines around the world, known for its affordability, versatility, and nutritional value.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 11.

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Beans & Rice

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Latin American, Mexican Courses: Lunch, Main Dish, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Kidney beans
• 1 cup Rice
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Bell pepper
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 4 cup Water

Instructions

1. Rinse and drain the kidney beans.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper. Saute until softened.
4. Add cumin powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
5. Add kidney beans, rice, and water to the pot. Bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the beans are tender.
7. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
8. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
9. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 55g19%

Sugars 2g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.