Avocado, Rice, and Beans

Avocado, Rice, and Beans

Recipe Adapted From: EatFresh.org
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