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Colorful, flavorful and healthy version of beans and rice.
Plus, Shannon says,“All ingredients are Weight Watchers
Power Foods
®
that work with the Simply Filling Plan
®
.
High in fiber and loaded with good veggies.”
Serves:
6
Serving Size:
14 ounces
Prep Time:
5 minutes
Inactive:
0 minutes
Cook:
30 minutes
TOTAL:
35 minutes
INGREDIENTS:
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 red, yellow or orange bell pepper, chopped
• 1 can tomatoes with green chiles
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup brown rice, uncooked
• 2-1/3 cups water
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil or oregano, chopped
• Fresh ground black pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
INSTRUCTIONS:
In medium saucepan, bring 2-1/3 cups water and salt to boil. Add rice, cover and simmer for 25-30
minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender. While rice cooks, heat large skillet over medium
heat. Add onion, garlic and bell pepper. Sauté 5-8 minutes until vegetables are tender. Add tomatoes
and both beans; stir to combine. Cover and simmer 10 minutes. Just before serving, add chopped
herbs and fresh ground black pepper to taste. Serve beans over rice and enjoy!
NUTRITIONAL VALUE:
Calories: 240
Sodium: 300 mg
Fat: 6 g
Carbohydrates: 39 g
Protein: 9 g
Sugars: 3 g
CONFETTI BEANS AND RICE
DINNER
240
CALORIES
PER SERVING
SHANNON
Store Support Center
Atlanta, GA
