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Healthy Mediterranean Rice and Beans

Healthy Mediterranean Rice and Beans
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Healthy Mediterranean Rice and Beans is a vibrant, one-pot dish that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean to your table. This nutritious meal is packed with fiber-rich chickpeas, hearty rice, and a medley of fresh vegetables, making it perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep. In just 35 minutes, you can whip up this satisfying vegan and gluten-free recipe that’s budget-friendly and bursting with flavor. Whether served as a main course or a side dish, this comforting recipe is sure to please everyone at your table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 medium tomato
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • Lemon juice and fresh herbs for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until translucent.
  2. Add minced garlic, diced bell pepper, and tomato; cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in ground cumin, smoked paprika, and cook for another minute.
  4. Add rice and stir well; then pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until rice is cooked.
  6. Fold in drained chickpeas and fresh spinach; stir gently until greens wilt.
  7. Finish with lemon juice, salt, pepper, and garnish with herbs.

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