Description
Healthy Mediterranean Rice and Beans is a vibrant, wholesome dish that combines nutrient-rich ingredients into a delightful meal. This recipe is not only quick to prepare but also budget-friendly and versatile, perfect for any occasion—whether as a satisfying main course or a hearty side. The combination of chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices creates a deliciously filling dish that is high in fiber and plant protein. Enjoy this natural vegan and gluten-free delight that will please everyone at the table!
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 medium tomato (diced)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup long grain white rice (uncooked)
- 2 cups vegetable broth or water
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or kale, roughly chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- Stir in garlic and bell pepper; cook until softened.
- Mix in diced tomato, then add cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano.
- Add uncooked rice and pour in vegetable broth or water; stir to combine.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low and stir in chickpeas and chopped spinach/kale.
- Cover the pot and let simmer for about 20 minutes until rice is tender. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
- Stir in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 0mg