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3.95 from 17 votes

Avocado, Rice, and Beans

Cook Time50 minutes
Course: Mains & Sides
Servings: 2

Ingredients

  • 1 can low-sodium red, black or other beans
  • 1/2 cup brown rice
  • 1 avocado

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.
  • Cook over low heat in a small saucepan, or in the microwave. Add black pepper, ground cumin or other spices as desired.
  • Cut avocado into slices or dice into small pieces. Serve rice with beans on top, and garnish with avocado pieces.

Notes

Serving size: 2 cups
Total calories: 550 Total fat: 16.6 g Saturated fat: 2.6 g Fiber: 24.9 g Sodium: 930 mg