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Avocado, Rice, and Beans
Budget-friendly recipe
This can be a quick meal or snack if you keep cooked rice on hand.
Ingredients
1
optional: black pepper, garlic powder, ground cumin
What You'll Need
- Can opener
- Wooden spoon
- Medium pot or rice cooker
- Small saucepan or small bowl
- Sharp knife
Directions
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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.
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Meanwhile, rinse and drain beans. Add desired spices.Cook over low heat in a small saucepan, or in the microwave.
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Cut avocado into slices or dice into small pieces. Serve rice with beans on top, and garnish with avocado pieces.
Chef Tips
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This dish can be topped with a variety of add-ons: Try hot sauce, salsa, sauteed greens, or a fried egg.
Nutrition Info and more
Serving size:
Total calories:
2
cups
504
Total fat:
17 g
Saturated fat:
3 g
Carbohydrates:
76 g
Protein:
17 g
Fiber:
20 g
Sodium:
258 mg
