Black Beans with Brown Rice

By cserumga

3/4 cup bean mixture with 1/2 cup rice equals 327 calories, 7 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 614 mg sodium, 55 g carbohydrate, 11 g fiber, 12 g protein

Ingredients

• 1 small green pepper, chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped sweet yellow pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2-1/2 cups hot cooked brown rice

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, saute peppers and onion in oil until tender. Stir in the beans, tomatoes, vinegar, garlic salt, pepper and cayenne. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 12-15 minutes or until desired consistency, stirring occasionally. Serve with rice.