Low Fat Yellow Rice with Beans

Brighten up your weeknight meals with this nutritious and satisfying Low Fat Yellow Rice with Beans recipe! Made with wholesome brown rice simmered in aromatic turmeric, cumin, and smoked paprika, this dish boasts vibrant color and bold flavor without the extra fat. Protein-packed black beans and sweet kernels of corn make it a hearty, balanced meal perfect for vegetarians or anyone seeking a healthy dinner idea. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy one-pot recipe uses simple pantry staples like low-sodium vegetable broth and olive oil to keep it light yet delicious. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a zesty squeeze of lime for a refreshing finish. Whether served as a main course or a flavorful side dish, this gluten-free recipe is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Brown rice
• 2 cups Low sodium vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 cup Black beans, canned and rinsed
• 0.5 cup Corn, frozen or fresh
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 1 whole Lime wedges (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the brown rice under cold water using a fine mesh strainer. This helps remove excess starch for fluffier rice.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, turmeric, cumin, and smoked paprika to the pan. Stir frequently for about 1 minute until the spices are fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the vegetable broth and stir to combine. Add the rinsed brown rice, salt, and black pepper. Stir once and bring to a boil over high heat.

Step 5

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and allow the rice to simmer for 25-30 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 6

While the rice is cooking, rinse the canned black beans and set aside. Measure out the corn and keep it ready.

Step 7

When the rice is cooked, gently fluff it with a fork. Stir in the black beans and corn, then cover and let sit for 5 minutes to allow the beans and corn to warm through.

Step 8

Serve the yellow rice and beans in bowls or plates. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1265.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	794.8

Total Fat 18.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1976.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.7g	0%
Total Sugars 16.6g
Protein 28.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 208.1mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 1771.3mg	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: 20.3%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 65.8%