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Tomato Herb Rice with White Beans and Spinach

Tomato Herb Rice with White Beans and Spinach is a hearty and flavorful vegan dinner that will be loved by meat eaters and vegetarians alike.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 6 8 cups total/1.33 cups each
Calories: 316 kcal
Course: Main Course , Others
Cuisine: Vegetarian , Vegan , gluten-free

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil $0.22
  • 2 cloves garlic $0.16
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano $0.05
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil $0.05
  • 1/4 tsp dried thyme $0.03
  • 1/4 tsp dried rosemary $0.03
  • 1 pinch crushed red pepper $0.02
  • freshly cracked black pepper $0.05
  • 3 oz. tomato paste (about 1/4 cup) $0.33
  • 1/2 tsp brown sugar $0.02
  • 1/4 tsp salt $0.02
  • 1 yellow onion $0.25
  • 1 oz. can fire roasted diced tomatoes $1.50
  • 1 oz. can cannellini beans $1.29
  • 1/4 lb. frozen chopped spinach $0.43
  • 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice $0.48
  • 1.5 cups vegetable broth* $0.19

Instructions

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  1. Place the spinach in a bowl and allow it to thaw slightly as you prepare the beginning of the recipe.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. Finally, fluff the contents of the pot with a fork, making sure to not stir vigorously. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • *I use Better Than Bouillon concentrate to make my broth.

Nutrition Information

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%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 68 cups total/1.33 cups each

Amount Per Serving

Calories 316

% 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.