Low Fat Arroz Moro
Discover the flavorful world of Cuban-inspired cuisine with this Low Fat Arroz Moro recipe, a healthier take on the traditional dish. Packed with protein-rich black beans, aromatic vegetables like onion, green bell pepper, and garlic, and perfectly spiced with cumin, oregano, and a hint of lime juice for brightness, this dish is a satisfying yet guilt-free meal. Long-grain white rice absorbs the rich flavors of the cooking liquid for a dish that’s hearty without being heavy. With only 2 tablespoons of olive oil, this recipe keeps the fat content low while delivering bold, authentic flavors. Perfect as a side or a stand-alone meal, this one-pot wonder is ideal for feeding the whole family or for meal prepping throughout the week. Bring home the vibrant taste of the Caribbean with this nutritious and easy-to-make Arroz Moro!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup dry black beans
- 6 cups water
- 2 cups long-grain white rice
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 large green bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
Rinse and sort the black beans. Place them in a large pot with 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for about 45 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside, reserving the cooking liquid.
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper and sauté until soft, about 4-5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Add the rice to the pot with the sautéed vegetables, stirring to coat the rice with the oil and vegetables.
Pour 2 cups of the reserved bean cooking liquid into the pot. If you don't have enough, supplement with additional water to make 2 cups.
Stir in the cooked black beans, bay leaf, ground cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
Once cooked, remove the pot from the heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes.
Remove the bay leaf and fluff the rice with a fork.
Before serving, stir in the lime juice for added freshness.
Serve hot, and enjoy your Low Fat Arroz Moro!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1582 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.1 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2435 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 267.1 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.2 g | 140% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.1 g | ||
| Protein | 58.4 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 484 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 18.4 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 3748 mg | 80% | |
*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.
