Black Beans and Rice

Preparation Time: less than 30 minutes
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 small green pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 2 15-oz. cans black beans, drained
  • 1 14-oz. can tomatoes, crushed
  • ½ cup frozen corn
  • Cumin, hot sauce, salsa (optional)
  • 3 cups brown rice, cooked
In large skillet or saucepan, sauté onion, green pepper and garlic over medium heat until soft. Add beans, tomatoes and corn, and simmer for 10-15 minutes. If desired, add pinch of cumin, a dash of hot sauce or some salsa. Serve over rice.
 
Serves:
6
 
½
Cup of Fruits and Vegetables per Serving
 
Fruit and /or Veggie color(s):
 
Nutrition Information per Serving:
Calories: 210
Total Fat: 1.9g
Saturated Fat: 0.3g
% of Calories from Fat: 8.1%
% of Calories from Saturated Fat: 1.4%
Protein: 8g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Dietary Fiber: 6g
Sodium: 200mg
 
Each serving provides: An excellent source of vitamin C and fiber, and a good source of
vitamin A and magnesium.

Recipe courtesy of Produce for Better Health Foundation (PBH). This recipe meets PBH and Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) nutrition standards that maintain fruits and vegetables as healthy foods.
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