
By thespruceeats
Basic Vegetarian Black Beans and Rice
Instructions
Prep:5minCook:5min
Cuban black beans and rice is a healthy vegan side that's a cinch to prepare. Popular in the Caribbean, you can spice up the basic recipe with peppers and hot sauce.
Updated at: Mon, 31 Mar 2025 00:36:45 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Good
Glycemic Index
65
Moderate
Glycemic Load
58
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories467 kcal (23%)
Total Fat4.9 g (7%)
Carbs89.1 g (34%)
Sugars3.7 g (4%)
Protein12.3 g (25%)
Sodium823.4 mg (41%)
Fiber6.5 g (23%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings

1 tablespoonolive oil

¾ cupsonion
finely chopped

½ cupgreen pepper
finely chopped

1 cupdiced tomatoes

1 x 15 ouncecan black beans
drained, liquid reserved

½ teaspoonthyme

1 teaspoongarlic salt

3 tablespoonsapple cider vinegar

½ teaspoonhot pepper sauce

2 cupswhite rice
cooked, or brown rice

Lime wedges
for optional garnish
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Easy
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Under 30 minutes
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