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Spanish Rice and Beans
Spanish Rice and Beans is a dish made of brown rice, warm and rich spices, and kidney beans cooked to fluffy perfection. Have this dish as a complete meal or incredible side dish. Spanish Rice and Beans are easy to make and store well as leftovers!
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 307 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 cups brown rice rinsed and drained
- 1 can Kidney Beans rinsed and drained
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 large can diced tomatoes 28 oz
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh parsley optional
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, and oregano.
- Then cook, stirring frequently, until onions starts to soften (about 3–4 minutes).
- Add the rice to the pot and fry an additional 2–3 minutes.
- Stir to make sure the rice is coated with the oil and seasonings.
- Add the beans, broth, tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Bring rice mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
- Allow rice to simmer for 30 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
- Remove rice pot from heat and allow to sit 5 minutes before uncovering, stirring, and serving.
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Notes
- I used brown rice in this recipe because it's healthier and more filling. I also find that it holds up better than white rice and is less likely to get mushy. However, if you want to use white rice, look for a long grain variety, reduce the broth to 1.5 cups, and cook for as long as the package states (usually about 10–15 minutes).
- You can stir in some taco sauce, salsa, or hot sauce to the finished dish to make it extra flavorful!
Nutrition Information
Calories
307kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
56g
(19%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
4g
Sodium
369mg
(15%)
Potassium
400mg
(11%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
1052IU
(21%)
Vitamin C
8mg
(9%)
Calcium
69mg
(7%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 307
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 307kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 56g | 19% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 369mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 400mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1052IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 69mg | 7% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.