Low Fat Gallo Pinto

Discover the lighter side of Costa Rican cuisine with this Low Fat Gallo Pinto recipe, a wholesome and flavorful twist on the classic dish. Packed with fiber-rich brown rice and protein-loaded black beans, this dish is elevated with fresh veggies like red bell pepper and onion, and seasoned to perfection with ground cumin, garlic, and a hint of lime. Prepared with minimal oil using a non-stick skillet, this recipe is the perfect guilt-free choice for a nutritious breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Easy to make in under 35 minutes and finished with fresh cilantro for a vibrant touch, this culturally inspired dish is as healthy as it is delicious. Serve it with lime wedges for a zesty pop of flavor and embrace its hearty, plant-based goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown rice
• 1 cup black beans
• 2 cups water
• 0 cooking spray
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 lime, cut into wedges

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the brown rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Stir in the rice, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

Rinse and drain the black beans if canned. If using freshly cooked, ensure they are completely drained.

Step 4

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly spray with cooking spray.

Step 5

Add the chopped onion, red bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 6

Stir in the cooked rice and black beans. Add the ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes until the mixture is heated through.

Step 7

Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1288.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	521.3

Total Fat 5.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1813.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 105.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.0g	0%
Total Sugars 13.7g
Protein 21.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 275.8mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 872.8mg	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: 9.5%

Protein: 15.3%

Carbs: 75.2%