Tomato Herb Rice with White Beans and Spinach
User Reviews
4.4
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
6 8 cups total/1.33 cups each
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Calories
316 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Others
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Cuisine
Vegetarian, Vegan, gluten-free
Tomato Herb Rice with White Beans and Spinach
Description
Tomato Herb Rice with White Beans and Spinach combines a mix of aromatic dried herbs sautéed with garlic and olive oil before incorporating tomato paste, onion, and brown sugar to develop a deep, rich tomato base. The addition of diced tomatoes, cannellini beans, thawed chopped spinach, and uncooked rice creates a wholesome one-pot meal. Vegetable broth is added, and the mixture simmers with a lid to gently cook the rice until tender and infused with the tomato-herb flavors.
The resulting dish offers a harmonious blend of savory, slightly sweet, and herbal notes, with soft beans and tender spinach complementing the fluffy cooked rice. The brown sugar balances the acidity of the tomato paste and diced tomatoes, ensuring a well-rounded taste.
This rice pairs well as a side or a main vegetarian dish. It can be served alongside grilled vegetables or a simple salad. The combination of protein from the beans and nutrients from the spinach makes it a satisfying option for varied meals.
Using a tomato paste sauté technique to deepen flavor and rinsing beans before adding them ensures a clean taste. Preparing the spinach early to thaw helps it integrate smoothly during cooking. Vegetable broth enhances the dish's depth, and a high-quality broth concentrate can be used based on preference.
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil $0.22
- 2 cloves garlic $0.16
- 1/2 tsp oregano $0.05, dried
- 1/2 tsp basil $0.05, dried
- 1/4 tsp thyme $0.03, dried
- 1/4 tsp rosemary $0.03, dried
- 1 pinch crushed red pepper $0.02
- black pepper $0.05, freshly cracked
- 3 oz. tomato paste $0.33, about 1/4 cup
- 1/2 tsp brown sugar $0.02
- 1/4 tsp salt $0.02
- 1 yellow onion $0.25
- 1 oz. can diced tomatoes $1.50, fire roasted
- 1 oz. can cannellini beans $1.29
- 1/4 lb. spinach $0.43, frozen, chopped
- 1 cup long grain white rice $0.48, uncooked
- 1.5 cups vegetable broth $0.19
Instructions
- Place the spinach in a bowl and allow it to thaw slightly as you prepare the beginning of the recipe.
- Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Set the onion aside. Add the olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary, a pinch of crushed red pepper, and a little freshly cracked black pepper (about 10 cranks of a pepper mill) to a heavy bottomed pot or deep skillet. Sauté the garlic and spices over medium-low heat for about one minute.
- Add the tomato paste and brown sugar to the pot and continue to sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until the tomato paste takes on a deep burgundy color. Add the onion and salt and continue to sauté for a few minutes more, or until the onions become soft and transparent.
- Meanwhile, drain and rinse the cannellini beans in a colander. Add the diced tomatoes (with juices), cannellini beans, spinach, and uncooked rice to the pot. Pour in the vegetable broth and stir briefly to combine the ingredients.
- Place a lid on the pot and turn the heat up to medium-high. Allow the contents to come up to a boil. Once it reaches a boil, turn the heat down to the lowest setting that allows the liquid to maintain a simmer. Let the pot simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until most of the liquid is absorbed (there may still be some around the edges. Turn the heat off and let the pot rest, undisturbed, for 10 additional minutes.
- Finally, fluff the contents of the pot with a fork, making sure to not stir vigorously. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Better Than Bouillon concentrate is a recommended broth base for its flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 68 cups total/1.33 cups each
Amount Per Serving
Calories 316 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Serving | |
| Calories | 316kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 55.77g | 19% |
| Protein | 11.75g | 24% |
| Fat | 5.6g | 9% |
| Sodium | 766.47mg | 32% |
| Fiber | 7.37g | 29% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.4
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