Easy Red Beans and Rice
This recipe is easy and classic. Beans are a great source of fiber and plant-based protein and utilizing canned beans is an affordable and quick alternative to dried.
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Serves8 (1 1/2 cups each)
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Ingredients
- nonstick cooking spray
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 green pepper, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 14.5-ounce cans diced tomatoes
- 1 15-ounce can beans, kidney, drained and rinsed
- 6 cups rice, brown, cooked
Directions
- Spray skillet with cooking oil spray.
- Cook onion and pepper over medium heat for 5 minutes or until tender.
- Add garlic powder, tomatoes, and kidney beans.
- Bring mixture to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Serve over rice.
Recipe Tips
Use any type of beans in this recipe, such as black beans or pinto beans.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Red Beans and Rice
Amount Per Serving (1 1/2 cups eachg)
Calories 251
Calories from Fat 18
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2g
3%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Cholesterol 76mg
25%
Sodium 262mg
11%
Potassium 409mg
12%
Total Carbohydrates 50g
17%
Dietary Fiber 6g
24%
Sugars 7g
Protein 10g
20%
Vitamin A
7%
Vitamin C
31%
Vitamin D0%
Calcium
4%
Iron
14%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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