Low Fat Mexican Rice and Beans
Elevate your weeknight meals with this easy and flavorful *Low Fat Mexican Rice and Beans* recipe! Brimming with wholesome ingredients like hearty brown rice, protein-packed black beans, and vibrant red bell peppers, this dish gets its bold, zesty flavor from cumin, chili powder, fresh lime juice, and a sprinkle of cilantro. Prepared with low sodium vegetable broth and minimal oil, it’s a healthy, low-fat option that doesn’t skimp on taste. Quick to make in just 40 minutes, this one-pan wonder is perfect as a satisfying vegetarian main or a nutrient-rich side dish. With its rich aroma and vibrant colors, this recipe brings a nutritious and authentic Mexican flair straight to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Brown rice
- 2 cups Low sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium, diced Onion
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 medium, diced Red bell pepper
- 15 ounces, rinsed and drained Canned black beans
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
- 0.25 cup, chopped Fresh cilantro
Instructions
Rinse the brown rice under cold water to remove excess starch.
In a medium saucepan, combine the brown rice and low sodium vegetable broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cover. Cook for 25 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
While the rice is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes or until translucent.
Add minced garlic and diced red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
Stir in the rinsed and drained black beans, tomato paste, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
Once the rice is cooked, add it to the skillet with the bean mixture. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro.
Serve warm as a main dish or side, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1111 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.1 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3030 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 190.2 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 54.2 g | 194% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.9 g | ||
| Protein | 50.6 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 350 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 3355 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.
