- Gluten-free (GF) Red Beans Rice with Cilantro Beans and Grains is a delicious and healthy meal option that is perfect for anyone looking to avoid gluten.
- Here are the ingredients you will need:
- 1 cup of uncooked white rice
- 1 can of kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can of diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced (optional)
- 2 cups of vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- 1 teaspoon of chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- Optional toppings include avocado, shredded cheese, and sour cream.
Steps
Ingredients:
* 1 cup uncooked white rice
* 2 cups vegetable broth
* 1 can red beans (kidney or black)
* 1 green bell pepper, diced
* 1 medium onion, chopped
* 3 garlic cloves, minced
* 1 teaspoon paprika
* 1 teaspoon cumin
* Salt and pepper to taste
* Cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions:
1. Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear. Drain the rice and add it to a large pot with vegetable broth. Bring to a boil over high heat.
2. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked through. Fluff the rice with a fork and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, green bell pepper, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
4. Drain and rinse the canned red beans. Add them to the skillet with the vegetables and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
5. Serve the cooked rice in bowls and top with the red bean mixture. Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired. Enjoy your delicious gluten-free red beans rice!