Low Fat Gallo Pinto
Transform your meals with the vibrant flavors of *Low Fat Gallo Pinto*! This healthier twist on the iconic Costa Rican and Nicaraguan rice and beans dish is perfect for anyone looking for a tasty, low-fat, and nutrient-packed recipe. Made with hearty brown rice, protein-rich black beans, and a medley of aromatic veggies like onion, red bell pepper, and garlic, this dish is seasoned with ground cumin and fresh cilantro for an authentic punch. Quick to make and ready in just 35 minutes, this guilt-free comfort food is ideal for meal prep, light lunches, or a wholesome side dish. Served hot with a squeeze of fresh lime, every bite is bursting with zesty, wholesome goodness. Keywords: low-fat recipe, gallo pinto, healthy rice and beans, easy vegan recipes, meal prep ideas, Central American cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown rice
- 1 cup black beans
- 2 cups water
- cooking spray
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Rinse the brown rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Stir in the rice, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Set aside to cool slightly.
Rinse and drain the black beans if canned. If using freshly cooked, ensure they are completely drained.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly spray with cooking spray.
Add the chopped onion, red bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the cooked rice and black beans. Add the ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes until the mixture is heated through.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro.
Serve hot, garnished with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
521 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.9 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1813 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.0 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.0 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.7 g | ||
| Protein | 21.3 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 276 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 873 mg | 19% | |
*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.
