Beans & Rice with Peppers and Onions
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 cans kidney beans drained and rinsed
- 1 bell pepper sliced
- 1 onion sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup water or broth
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons oil
Instructions
- In a large skillet on medium heat, sauté the onion, pepper, and garlic in oil. Add in the beans, water, and seasonings; simmer 10 minutes. Stir in the cooked rice and heat through. Season with salt & pepper to taste and serve.
Notes
Nutrition per serving:
Calories 285 | Protein 11g | Carbs 47g | Fiber 6g | Total Fat 7g | Saturated Fat 1g | Cholesterol 0mg | Sodium 420mg Mindful note: Combining beans and rice creates a complete plant-based protein. The fiber helps with satiety and blood sugar control.
Calories 285 | Protein 11g | Carbs 47g | Fiber 6g | Total Fat 7g | Saturated Fat 1g | Cholesterol 0mg | Sodium 420mg Mindful note: Combining beans and rice creates a complete plant-based protein. The fiber helps with satiety and blood sugar control.