Vegan Arroz Moro
Transport your taste buds to the heart of Cuban cuisine with this Vegan Arroz Moro recipe—a plant-based twist on the classic Cuban dish! This one-pot delight combines fluffy long-grain white rice with creamy black beans, simmered in a rich medley of coconut oil, onions, garlic, and aromatic spices like cumin and oregano. A splash of white vinegar and vegetable broth infuse the dish with depth and balance, while fresh cilantro and zesty lime wedges provide the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 45 minutes, this hearty yet simple recipe is ideal as a flavorful main course or a side dish for any Cuban-inspired feast. With its vibrant flavors, wholesome ingredients, and comforting appeal, this Vegan Arroz Moro is sure to become a staple in your plant-based cooking repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Long-grain white rice
- 1.5 cups Cooked black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 Small onion, diced
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 Bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 cups Vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon White vinegar
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 Lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then set aside to drain.
In a large saucepan, heat coconut oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic, bay leaves, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for another 2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
Stir in the drained rice, mixing well to coat it with the oil and spices.
Add the vegetable broth, black beans, and white vinegar to the pan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
Remove from heat and discard the bay leaves. Fluff the rice with a fork.
Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the rice.
Enjoy your Vegan Arroz Moro as a delicious standalone dish or as a side to complement other Cuban-inspired dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1343 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.8 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.9 g | 124% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4066 mg | 177% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 211.3 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.4 g | 137% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.8 g | ||
| Protein | 47.2 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 320 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 17.5 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 2699 mg | 57% | |
*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.
