Best 5 Brown Rice And Beans With Ginger Chile Salsa Recipes

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Cooking brown rice and beans with ginger chile salsa is an appetizing and healthy meal option that blends the flavors of wholesome grains, legumes, and a zesty salsa. This satisfying dish not only provides a delicious culinary experience but also offers an array of essential nutrients, making it a well-rounded addition to a balanced diet. Moreover, this versatile recipe can be customized to suit individual preferences, whether it's adjusting the level of spiciness, adding additional vegetables, or incorporating different herbs and spices. In this article, we will guide you through the process of creating a flavorful and nutritious brown rice and beans dish complemented by a vibrant ginger chile salsa that will tantalize your taste buds.

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BROWN RICE AND BEANS WITH GINGER CHILE SALSA



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Provided by Mary Frances Heck

Categories     Bean     Ginger     Rice     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Avocado     Hot Pepper     Healthy     Chile Pepper     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 medium onion, chopped, divided
1 cup brown rice
Kosher salt
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro, divided
Freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 15-ounce cans black beans, rinsed
1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth or water
2 red jalapeños or Fresno or Holland chiles, stemmed, halved, seeded
1 garlic clove
1 tablespoon chopped peeled ginger
1 tablespoon finely grated lime zest
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 avocado, halved, pitted, chopped
1/4 cup crumbled Cotija cheese or feta
Lime wedges (for serving)

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 1/4 of onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add rice and stir to coat. Add 2 cups water and season with salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until rice is just tender, 40-50 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. Let stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork. Fold in 1/4 cup cilantro; season with salt and pepper.
  • While rice is cooking, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 2/3 of remaining onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion has softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add coriander and cumin; stir 1 minute. Add beans and broth; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, occasionally mashing beans, until thickened, 8-10 minutes.
  • Pulse chiles, garlic, ginger, lime zest, lime juice, and remaining onion in a blender until a chunky sauce forms. Season salsa with salt.
  • Serve rice with beans; top with salsa, avocado, cheese, 1/4 cup cilantro, and lime wedges.

BROWN RICE AND BEANS WITH GINGER LIME CHILE SALSA



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Provided by Ordinary Vegan

Categories     Main

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

¼ cup of vegetable broth for sautéing plus another ¼ cup for sautéing
1 medium onion, chopped, divided
1 cup of brown rice
¼ teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro, divided
1 tsp. ground coriander
1 tsp. ground cumin
2 15-ounce cans black beans, rinsed (or freshly made)
1 cup low-sodium organic vegetable broth
2 red Jalapeños or Fresno chiles, stemmed, halved and seeded
1 garlic clove
1 Tbsp. chopped peeled ginger
1 Tbsp. finely grated lime zest
1 tsp. maple syrup
¼ cup fresh lime juice
1 avocado, halved, pitted, chopped
½ cup fresh tomatoes, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the vegetable broth in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add ¼ of chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add rice and stir to coat.
  • Add 2 cups water.
  • Bring to boil, reduce heat to low, cover and cook until rice is just tender. Keep a careful eye on that so it doesn't stick to the pan.
  • Remove rice from heat. Let stand, covered for 10 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork and fold in ¼ cup cilantro: season with salt and pepper.
  • While rice is cooking, heat remaining ¼ cup of vegetable broth in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add ⅔ of remaining onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion has softened, about 5 minutes. Add more vegetable broth if sticking.
  • Add coriander and cumin; stir 1 minute.
  • Add beans and broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.Taste and season with a little salt and pepper if needed.
  • Pulse chiles, garlic, ginger, lime zest, lime juice, remaining onion and maple syrup in a blender until a chunky sauce forms. Taste and adjust seasoning maybe adding a pinch of salt.
  • Serve rice with beans: top with salsa, avocado, tomatoes, ¼ cup cilantro and lime wedges.

BROWN RICE WITH SALSA AND BLACK BEANS



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This is a quick and easy recipe that is great as a cold salad or side. You can use instant brown rice or cook regular brown rice, You can also substitute a different type of bean and vary the salsa depending on how hot you like it. I love the fact that this can be served hot as well as cold and is deliscious either way. It can also be a main dish or a side dish.

Provided by Susan M.

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 25m

Yield 4 cups, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups cooked instant brown rice
1 cup mild salsa
1 cup canned black beans, rinsed
1/2 teaspoon cumin

Steps:

  • Cook the brown rice according to package instructions. If you want to make a cold dish spread it on a cookie sheet to cook fast. Put rice into a mixing bowl and add the salsa, black beans and cumin. Toss all ingredients together and serve either warm or refrigerate and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.6, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 624.1, Carbohydrate 53.2, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 2, Protein 8.4

CARIBBEAN BLACK BEANS WITH MANGO SALSA OVER BROWN RICE



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I tried Kashi black beans and mango salsa, and have thought about making some ever since. So here is a Caribbean version. To be really healthy, saute vegetables in water or other liquid, or you may use the olive oil. Your choice! Enjoy! Recipe is from Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease by Caldwell B. Esselstyn, Jr., M.D.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Mango

Time 40m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil (optional)
1 large onion, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 -2 tablespoon fresh ginger, peeled, grated (or chopped)
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
1/2 teaspoon allspice
3 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup orange juice
pepper, to taste
2 medium ripe mangoes, peeled, and chopped
1 small cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced
1 ripe tomatoes, chopped (1 cup)
1 lime, juice and zest of
1/2-1 small fresh minced jalapeno pepper, to taste (or hot sauce)
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro (or more)
cooked brown rice

Steps:

  • In a non-stick saucepan, stir-fry onions and garlic in a small amount of oil (or use water or other liquid) for 5 minutes until onions begin to soften.
  • Add ginger, thyme, and allspice; stir-fry 5 minutes more until onions are very soft.
  • You can add fresh or frozen corn, water chestnuts, carrots, chopped red, yellow, or green peppers, cilantro.
  • Stir in black beans and orange juice. Cook over low heat for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mixture thickens slightly.
  • Mash a few beans with a spoon for thicker consistency.
  • Add pepper, and serve over brown rice topped with mango salsa and it's really good with crisped whole-grain corn tortillas.

BLACK BEANS WITH BROWN RICE



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Your family will never miss the meat in this hearty, colorful and fresh-tasting main dish. Served over brown rice, it makes a healthy, stick-to-the-ribs dinner. -Sheila Meyer, North Canton, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 small green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup chopped sweet yellow pepper
1/2 cup chopped red onion
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2-1/2 cups hot cooked brown rice

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute peppers and onion in oil until tender. Stir in the beans, tomatoes, vinegar, garlic salt, pepper and cayenne. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 12-15 minutes or until desired consistency, stirring occasionally. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 614mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

Tips:

* Choose the right beans. For this recipe, you can use dried beans or canned beans. If you're using dried beans, be sure to soak them overnight before cooking. * Rinse the beans thoroughly before cooking. This will help to remove any impurities or debris. * Cook the beans until they are tender but still hold their shape. Overcooked beans will become mushy and lose their flavor. * Use fresh, flavorful vegetables. The vegetables in this recipe provide a nice contrast to the beans and rice. Be sure to use fresh, in-season vegetables for the best flavor. * Make the ginger-chile salsa ahead of time. This salsa is a great way to add a pop of flavor to the dish. You can make it up to a week in advance and store it in the refrigerator. * Serve the dish with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt. This will help to balance the flavors of the dish and make it more creamy.

Conclusion:

This brown rice and beans with ginger-chile salsa is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try!

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