Spicy Rice & Beans

Spicy rice and beans create a delicious dish that’s perfect for a satisfying lunch or low-key dinner.

Spicy Rice & Beans

Serves 4-6

ingredients

• 1/4 cup olive oil

• 1 medium yellow onion, diced

• 1 large green bell pepper, diced

• 4-5 mini sweet peppers, sliced

• 4 garlic cloves, chopped

• 2 tablespoons paprika

• 1 teaspoon cayenne

• 2 cups white jasmine rice

• 1 (398 mL) can black beans, drained/rinsed

• 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup

• 4 cups chicken/vegetable broth

• 1 lime, juiced

• Sea salt and cracked pepper, to taste

• Chili flakes, to taste

• Chopped cilantro, to garnish

method

1. Heat olive oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add onion and peppers, season with salt and pepper. Cook for 4-5 minutes, until onion begins to brown.

2. Add garlic, paprika and cayenne; cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

3. Stir in rice; cook for 2 minutes. Add coconut aminos, maple syrup and beans; cook for 1 minute.

4. Add broth; bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 13-15 minutes, or until rice has absorbed liquid. Add lime juice; season to taste with salt and pepper.

5. Serve garnished with cilantro and chili flakes.

peace of mind

• Canola-free

• Corn-free

• Dairy-free

• Gluten-free

• Soy-free

• Vegan option

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