Red Beans & Rice

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A hearty Caribbean-inspired one-pot meal with savory spices
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This Caribbean-inspired Red Beans & Rice is a comforting, one-pot meal that brings warm, savory flavors to the table. The dish combines tender red kidney beans with fluffy rice, sautéed onions, peppers, and garlic, all infused with aromatic cumin and oregano. It’s a satisfying vegan and vegetarian option that’s perfect for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or when you want a hearty, home-style dish without much fuss. The beans provide a creamy texture, while the rice soaks up the rich, seasoned broth. Simple ingredients come together to create a deeply flavorful dish that’s easy to customize. Serve it warm with a squeeze of lime or a side of pickled vegetables for extra zest.

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Red Beans & Rice

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 79.8

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This Caribbean-inspired Red Beans & Rice is a comforting, one-pot meal that brings warm, savory flavors to the table. The dish combines tender red kidney beans with fluffy rice, saut&# 195;©ed onions, peppers, and garlic, all infused with aromatic cumin and oregano. It’s a satisfying vegan and vegetarian option that’s perfect for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or when you want a hearty, home-style dish without much fuss. The beans provide a creamy texture, while the rice soaks up the rich, seasoned broth. Simple ingredients come together to create a deeply flavorful dish that’s easy to customize. Serve it warm with a squeeze of lime or a side of pickled vegetables for extra zest.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a large pot, combine soaked red kidney beans, 1 bay leaf, and enough water to cover the beans by 2 inches. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until beans are tender, about 30-40 minutes.
  2. While beans are cooking, heat olive oil in a separate large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion, green bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Once beans are tender, drain them, reserving 3 cups of the cooking liquid. Discard the bay leaf.
  4. Add the drained beans to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Stir in cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper to taste.
  5. Add the reserved cooking liquid and uncooked rice to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
  7. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 79.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.4g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 2.1mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 14.2g5%
Dietary Fiber 4.3g18%
Sugars 2.2g
Protein 5.2g11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: red beans, rice, caribbean, vegan, vegetarian, one-pot, comfort food, kidney beans, cumin, oregano, garlic, onion, bell pepper, healthy, dinner, easy, hearty, spicy, plant-based
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