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Cuban Beans and Rice

Cuban Beans and Rice Recipe in a bowl
Makes: 4 servings

Vinegar, oregano, garlic, and onions kick up the flavor in this classic rice and bean recipe.

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 1 cup green bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cups black beans, canned, low-sodium (or cooked from dry)
  • 2 cups chicken broth, low-sodium
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • black pepper (to taste)
  • 3 cups brown rice, cooked

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet. Sauté the garlic, onion, and green bell pepper until golden, about 3 minutes.
  3. Stir in the beans, broth, vinegar, and seasoning; bring to a boil then lower to a simmer. Cook covered for 5 minutes.
  4. Spoon over cooked rice and serve.

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Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups prepared beans and rice, 1/4 of recipe
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 403
Total Fat 4 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 294 mg
Carbohydrates 76 g
Dietary Fiber 16 g
Total Sugars 4 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 18 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 92 mg
Iron 5 mg
Potassium 916 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 403
Total Fat 4 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Monounsaturated Fat 2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g
Linoleic Acid 1 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.2 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 g
Omega 3 - DHA 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Carbohydrates 76 g
Dietary Fiber 16 g
Total Sugars 4 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 18 g
Minerals
Calcium 92 mg
Potassium 916 mg
Sodium 294 mg
Copper 1 mg
Iron 5 mg
Magnesium 131 mg
Phosphorus 402 mg
Selenium 11 mg
Zinc 2 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 8 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.5 mg
Vitamin B12 0.1 mcg
Vitamin C 34 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 2 mg
Vitamin K 10 mcg
Folate 136 mcg
Thiamin 0.6 mg
Riboflavin 0.4 mg
Niacin 7 mg
Choline 65 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Grains 2 ounces
Vegetables 1 1/2 cups
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