Cuban Beans and Rice

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

Prep 15 minCook 45 minTotal 60 minUpdated Jul 3, 202660 minGluten Free

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

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 piece(s) Garlic, minced
  • 1 piece(s) Onion, chopped
  • 1 tsp Green bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cup Black beans, canned, low-sodium, or cooked from dry
  • 2 cups Chicken broth, low-sodium
  • 1 tbsp Vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp Dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper
  • 3 cup Brown rice, cooked

Instructions

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

Storage and Meal Prep Tips

Storage

Store safely

Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and use within a few days when appropriate for the ingredients.

Meal prep

Plan portions

Pre-portion this recipe so calories and macros are easier to track in CALRI during the week.

Tracking

Log with CALRI

Use the app to compare planned nutrition with what you actually eat.

Track Cuban Beans and Rice in CALRI

Add this recipe to your calorie tracking routine, compare macros, and plan meals around your goals.

Download the App