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Brown Rice and Black Bean Casserole

Comforting Brown Rice and Black Bean Casserole Delight

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Enjoy the wholesome flavors of this Brown Rice and Black Bean Casserole, a comforting vegan dish perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cups Brown Rice Can substitute with white rice, adjust cooking time accordingly
  • 1 can Black Beans Can swap with pinto or kidney beans
  • 1 can Canned Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes can also be used
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth Use low-sodium broth for better salt control
  • 1 large Onion Sauté until soft
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, sautéed with onion
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup Corn Fresh or frozen
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Toasted whole seeds for fresher flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Fresh oregano elevates the flavor
  • 1 cup Vegan Cheese Optional, for creaminess
For Serving
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped, for garnish
  • 1 large Avocado Sliced, for serving

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Brown Rice according to package instructions until tender, about 40-45 minutes. Rinse and set aside.
  2. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  3. In a skillet, heat oil and sauté chopped onion and minced garlic for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add diced bell peppers and corn, cooking for an additional 3 minutes. Stir in cumin, chili powder, and oregano.
  5. Stir in canned tomatoes and black beans, cooking for another 5 minutes.
  6. Layer cooked brown rice in the greased baking dish, pour the vegetable mixture over rice, and fold gently.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour.
  8. In the last 10 minutes, remove the foil for a crispy top. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 12gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This casserole keeps well and can be refrigerated or frozen for later, making it a great meal prep option.

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