Spicy Red Bean Rice

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this bold and flavorful Spicy Red Bean Rice recipe! Packed with protein-rich red beans, tender long-grain white rice, and a medley of vibrant vegetables like red bell pepper and jalapeño, this one-pot dish is a true comfort food with a fiery kick. Infused with aromatic spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and a dash of optional cayenne, every bite delivers a tantalizing explosion of heat and flavor. Simmered to perfection in a savory vegetable broth and diced tomatoes, this dish is hearty, healthy, and globally inspired. Perfect as a standalone vegetarian meal or a zesty side dish, Spicy Red Bean Rice is quick to prepare, coming together in just 45 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a refreshing finish, and get ready to enjoy a spicy rice recipe that's sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
• 1.5 cups cooked red beans (kidney beans or small red beans)
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 cup canned diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 4 pieces lime wedges (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for about 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, red bell pepper, and jalapeño (if using). Cook for another 3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.

Step 4

Add the cooked red beans, ground cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat the beans and vegetables with the spices.

Step 5

Stir in the uncooked rice, vegetable broth, and canned diced tomatoes. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover with a lid and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 7

Once the rice is cooked, remove the skillet from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in fresh cilantro, if desired.

Step 9

Serve the Spicy Red Bean Rice warm, garnished with additional cilantro and lime wedges on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1835.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1284.5

Total Fat 39.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 4.8mg	0%
Sodium 1802.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 199.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.4g	0%
Total Sugars 23.9g
Protein 43.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 373.4mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 3176.0mg	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: 26.6%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 60.3%