If your dietary needs are vegan or vegetarian, we also have a simple meal for you, beans and rice.  If you were not already aware, beans and rice separately are incomplete, plant based proteins, in which each is lacking one or more essential amino acids.  But when these two staple foods are combined,  they make a powerful, protein packed meal. 

when combined, you get a complete protein, fiber, carbohydrates, and a number of other nutrients. 

Add a cup of your favorite beans to a a serving of rice of your choice. 

Season to your liking

Enjoy!

• Because different types of rice have different serving sizes, please refer to the particular brands suggested serving size, as listed in the "Nutrition Facts Panel".

Below is a simple recipe for beans and rice.

Yield: 4 servings

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 yellow onion, chopped (about 1 ¼ cups)

• 1¾cups chicken or vegetable stock or water

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 cup long-grain rice

• 1(15.5-ounce) can black or pinto beans

• Lime wedges or cilantro leaves, for garnish (optional)

Preparation

Step 1
In a large saucepan or Dutch oven with a tight-fitting lid, warm the olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the stock, cover and bring to a boil.

Step 2
Add the salt, rice and beans (including the liquid). Stir just to combine, then cover.

Step 3
Turn the heat down as low as it will go, then let simmer, undisturbed, for 18 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit for 4 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Step 4
Season to taste with salt and pepper, then garnish with lime or cilantro as you wish.