Avocado, Rice, and Beans
This can be a quick meal or snack if you keep cooked rice on hand.
Ingredients
- 1 can Black Beans Low sodium
- ½ cup Brown Rice
- 1 Avocado
- Optional Spices Black pepper, garlic powder, ground cumin
Equipment
- Stovetop
- Saucepan
- Microwave
Instructions
- Bring 1 cup of water to a boil with ½ tsp. salt (optional). Stir in rice. Cover and cook over low heat until water is absorbed, about 45 minutes, or cook rice in a rice cooker.
- Meanwhile, rinse and drain beans. Add desired spices. Cook over low heat in a saucepan, or in a microwavable dish in the microwave.
- Cut avocado into slices or dice into small pieces. Serve rice with beans on top, and garnish with avocado pieces.
Notes
- This dish can be topped with a variety of add-ons: Try hot sauce, salsa, sautéed greens, or a fried egg.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Avocado, Rice, and Beans
Amount per Serving
Calories
380
Calories from Fat 144
% Daily Value*
Fat
16
g
25
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
10
g
Sodium
9
mg
0
%
Potassium
970
mg
28
%
Carbohydrates
50
g
17
%
Fiber
18
g
75
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
14
g
28
%
Vitamin A
154
IU
3
%
Vitamin C
10
mg
12
%
Calcium
51
mg
5
%
Iron
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword Avocado, Black Beans, Brown Rice, Garlic Powder, Ground Cumin