Cuban Black Beans and Rice
Cuban Black Beans and Rice
Ingredients
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 small onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
- 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
- 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
- 1 (15oz) can S&W® Black Beans (drained, rinsed)
- 1 (14.5oz) can diced tomatoes (do not drain)
- 1/2 pound smoked cooked ham, cut in 1/2-inch cubes
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
Cuban Black Beans and Rice
Gluten Free
Low Calorie
25 min
Total Time
15 min
Prep Time
6
Servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 small onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
- 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
- 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
- 1 (15oz) can S&W® Black Beans (drained, rinsed)
- 1 (14.5oz) can diced tomatoes (do not drain)
- 1/2 pound smoked cooked ham, cut in 1/2-inch cubes
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
Directions
In 2 & 1/2-quart saucepan, cook rice in water as directed on package. Set aside to keep warm. Meanwhile, in 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper and garlic. Cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until almost tender. Stir in all remaining ingredients except cooked rice. Cook 10 minutes or until thoroughly heated, stirring once or twice. Spoon hot rice on serving platter; top with black bean mixture.
Tip: Use leftover baked ham for this recipe. Or purchase a thick slice of deli baked ham.
Serving Size: about 9oz each
Nutritional Information Per Serving:
Calories 230, Total Fat 6g (Saturated Fat 1.5g, Trans Fat 0g), Cholestrol 20mg, Sodium 750mg, Carb 36g, Fiber 5g, Total Sugar 3g, Added Sugar 0g, Protein 11g, Vitamin D 0%, Calcium 4%, Iron 10%, Potassium 10%
Please keep in mind that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on products used.