Low Fat Flavorful Bean Rice

Packed with wholesome ingredients and bold spices, Low Fat Flavorful Bean Rice is a satisfying, nutrient-rich dish that’s as healthy as it is delicious. This easy one-pot recipe combines hearty brown rice, protein-packed black beans, and vibrant veggies like red bell pepper and onion, all simmered in fragrant cumin and coriander for a boost of warm, earthy flavor. A dash of lime juice and fresh cilantro adds a zesty freshness, while a touch of tomato paste ties everything together in a luscious, low-fat finish. Ready in under an hour, this vegan-friendly, high-fiber meal is perfect as a flavorful main dish or a versatile side. Whether you’re aiming for clean eating or simply looking to add more plant-based meals to your routine, this quick and easy bean rice recipe is sure to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Brown rice
• 1 cup Black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion (finely chopped)
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 medium Red bell pepper (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 2 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 1 medium Lime (juiced)
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 0 Salt (to taste)
• 0 Black pepper (to taste)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the brown rice under cold water and set aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and chopped red bell pepper; continue to sauté for another 3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the ground cumin and ground coriander to the saucepan, stirring frequently until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 6

Stir in the rinsed brown rice, ensuring it is well coated with the onion and spice mixture.

Step 7

Pour in the vegetable broth and add the tomato paste, stirring to combine thoroughly.

Step 8

Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 25 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 9

After the rice is cooked, stir in the drained black beans and allow to heat through for about 2-3 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the lime juice and half of the chopped cilantro.

Step 11

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 12

Serve warm, garnished with the remaining cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1336.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	900.4

Total Fat 23.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2034.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 147.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.2g	0%
Total Sugars 21.8g
Protein 34.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 306.7mg	0%
Iron 11.9mg	0%
Potassium 2459.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.4%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 63.0%