Cuban Beans and Rice
A flavourful dish that gives you an important dose of fill-you-up fibre!
25 - 30 min
4 servings
320 calories
Ingredients
2 tsp vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, crushed
2 red peppers, diced
2 tbsp Cuban Mojo Marinade Mix or Fajita Seasoing
1 can (19 oz /540 ml) diced tomatoes, including liquid
1 can (19 oz /540 ml) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup white rice, uncooked
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Sea Salt, to taste
Black Pepper, to taste
2⁄3 cup grated low-fat cheddar cheese – optional
chopped cilantro - optional
Instructions
In a large frying pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and peppers. Cook for 5 minutes, or until onions are translucent.
Stir in marinade mix or seasoning and continue to cook for 1 minute.
Add tomatoes, beans, and rice. Stir in Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until most of the liquid has evaporated and rice is cooked. Season with Salt and Pepper.
Garnish with cheddar and cilantro, if desired.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 320, Fat 3 g (Saturated 0.3 g, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 40 mg, Carbohydrate 60 g (Fiber 15 g, Sugars 10 g), Protein 14 g.
Tips
Makes a great filling for burritos. Fill tortillas, sprinkle with cheddar and top with prepared Salsa, if desired. Roll and serve!