Spanish Rice with Pinto Beans

Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time
50 minutes
Serving Size
1/2 cup
Serves
12
Ingredients
4 cups no-sodium or low sodium vegetable broth
2 cups uncooked brown rice (will yield 4 cups cooked)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 yellow onion
1 red bell pepper
1 green bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 14.5 oz. can low-sodium diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon salt
1 15 oz. can no salt added or low-sodium pinto beans*
Toppings
Cilantro as garnish (optional)
Try adding green peas for more flavor and color!

PREPARATION

  1. In a large pot bring the low-sodium vegetable broth to a boil and add brown rice. Allow to come to a boil, cover the pot and turn the temperature to low. Let rice cook for about 40 minutes.
  2. Heat the oil in a large skillet and sauté the onion and bell peppers until the onion is translucent. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
  3. Add to the skillet diced tomatoes, turmeric, salt and pepper.
  4. Add the beans and rice to skillet and mix thoroughly.

SOURCE

Veganinthefreezer.com

Recipe modified by CHOICES Nutrition Education Program

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