Vegan Arroz Moro

Bring the vibrant flavors of Cuba to your table with this Vegan Arroz Moro—a plant-based twist on the classic Cuban rice and beans dish. This hearty recipe combines fluffy long-grain white rice with tender black beans, all simmered to perfection in a fragrant medley of coconut oil, sautéed onions, garlic, and warm spices like cumin and oregano. A splash of white vinegar adds a subtle tang, while fresh cilantro and lime wedges provide a bright, zesty finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pot wonder is perfect as a main course or a flavorful side dish to complement your favorite Cuban-inspired meals. Packed with protein, fiber, and bold flavors, this Vegan Arroz Moro is both healthy and irresistibly delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Long-grain white rice
• 1.5 cups Cooked black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 1 Small onion, diced
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon White vinegar
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 Lime, cut into wedges

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then set aside to drain.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, heat coconut oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, bay leaves, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for another 2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the drained rice, mixing well to coat it with the oil and spices.

Step 5

Add the vegetable broth, black beans, and white vinegar to the pan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 6

Remove from heat and discard the bay leaves. Fluff the rice with a fork.

Step 7

Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the rice.

Step 8

Enjoy your Vegan Arroz Moro as a delicious standalone dish or as a side to complement other Cuban-inspired dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1654.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1342.9

Total Fat 37.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4066.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 211.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.4g	0%
Total Sugars 16.8g
Protein 47.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 320.4mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 2698.6mg	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: 24.8%

Protein: 13.7%

Carbs: 61.5%