RICE & BEANS
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Rice and beans is a hearty dish made by combining cooked rice with seasoned beans, often prepared with spices and herbs for flavor. This nutritious combination is a great source of energy and provides essential vitamins and minerals.
Rice and beans are served in various meal programs, including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, catering, and CACFP throughout New York City.
Popular Home Recipes for RICE & BEANS
Example recipe — not from the Healthy Heart kitchen. This is a popular home-style version of RICE & BEANS shown for general reference. It does not reflect the ingredients, preparation, or allergens in meals prepared by Healthy Heart Food Service.
This classic rice and beans dish is a wholesome and flavorful meal that's easy to prepare and packed with nutrients.
Ingredients
- •1 cup long-grain white rice
- •2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- •1 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
- •1 tbsp olive oil
- •1 medium onion, chopped
- •2 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 tsp ground cumin
- •1 tsp chili powder
- •1 tsp salt
- •1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- •1 lime lime, juiced
Instructions
- 1Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- 2Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 3Stir in cumin, chili powder, and salt, cooking for 1 more minute.
- 4Add rice to the pan, stirring to coat with the spice mixture.
- 5Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
- 6Simmer for 15 minutes, then add black beans, stir, and continue to cook covered for another 10 minutes.
- 7Remove from heat, fluff with a fork, and stir in fresh cilantro and lime juice before serving.
Chef Tips
- Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
- Add diced bell peppers for extra color and nutrition.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Example home recipe for reference only — not used by Healthy Heart Food Service. For ingredient and allergen information about meals we serve, contact us.
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About This Item
This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.