Italian Style Rice and Beans
Transport your taste buds to the heart of Italy with this comforting Italian-Style Rice and Beans recipe. Brimming with vibrant flavors, this one-pot dish combines creamy arborio rice, hearty white beans, and a rich tomato base infused with garlic, Italian seasoning, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Sautéed onions and fresh basil add layers of aromatic delight, while a touch of Parmesan cheese (optional) creates a velvety finish. Perfect for meal prep or a satisfying weeknight dinner, this recipe is both nutritious and irresistibly indulgent. With just 40 minutes from prep to table, you can enjoy a wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired meal that’s as easy to make as it is to devour! Keywords: Italian rice and beans, arborio rice recipe, Mediterranean dinner, vegetarian comfort food, quick Italian recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 15 ounces cooked white beans (such as cannellini or navy beans)
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup uncooked arborio rice
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cup, chopped fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cup, grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened but not browned.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and vegetable broth to the pan. Stir well to combine.
Stir in the arborio rice, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pan with a lid.
Cook the rice for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent it from sticking, until it is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
Gently fold in the white beans and allow them to heat through for 3-4 minutes.
Remove the pan from heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Serve hot, topped with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
497 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.3 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 1015 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.1 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g | ||
| Protein | 17.6 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 220 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1112 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
