Low Fat Frijoles Rojos Cocidos Secos
Discover the rich simplicity of **Low Fat Frijoles Rojos Cocidos Secos**, a heartwarming dish packed with flavor and nutrition. Perfect for anyone seeking a healthy twist on classic Latin cuisine, this recipe highlights tender, protein-rich dried red beans simmered slowly with aromatic staples like onion, garlic, cumin, and oregano. Enhanced by the subtle sweetness of red bell pepper and finished with a vibrant touch of fresh cilantro, every bite is brimming with balance and wholesome goodness. With minimal prep and no added fats, this low-fat recipe is easy to make ahead and incredibly versatile—serve it as a hearty side dish or pair it with fluffy rice for a satisfying main course. Ideal for busy cooks who value nourishing, homemade meals, this dish is a flavorful celebration of comfort food done right!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried red beans
- 4 cups water
- 1 medium, chopped onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 medium, chopped red bell pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
Rinse the dried red beans thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
Place the rinsed beans in a large bowl and cover with water. Let them soak overnight or for at least 8 hours. Drain and rinse the beans before cooking.
In a large pot, combine the soaked beans and the 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and bay leaf.
Add the cumin, dried oregano, and chopped red bell pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine the flavors.
Cover the pot and let the beans simmer gently for about 90 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender.
Remove the bay leaf from the pot and stir in the salt and black pepper.
Allow the beans to cook for an additional 15 minutes to let the flavors blend together.
Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Serve the Frijoles Rojos warm as a side dish or enjoy as a main course with rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
802 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.9 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2415 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 149.5 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.3 g | 130% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.6 g | ||
| Protein | 49.3 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 315 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 3328 mg | 71% | |
*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.
