SALSA RED BEANS 'N' RICE

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Diane Harrison of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania up this quick side dish using canned kidney beans, brown rice and salsa. It's an ideal accompaniment to Mexican-style entrees but can also be served as a meatless main dish for a light meal. "This is a family favorite," relates Diane.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium green pepper, chopped
1/4 cup chopped red onion
3 green onions, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
5 cups cooked brown rice
1-1/4 cups salsa
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, saute the green pepper, onions and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in the rice, salsa, beans and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 421mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Afnan Yousaf
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I love this recipe! It's so flavorful and easy to make. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Heather Chandler
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and it's a good way to use up leftover rice and beans.


klodian dauti
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I'm not a big fan of rice, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The salsa and red beans are a great combination.


Esther Jooste
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I made this recipe exactly as written and it was delicious. I will definitely be making it again.


Hellen Auke
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This dish is a little bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The flavors are amazing and it's a great meal to serve to company.


Habiba Habiba
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I'm always looking for new ways to use salsa, and this recipe is a great one. The salsa adds a lot of flavor to the red beans and rice.


Malik Suhbaz
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This is a great recipe for using up leftover rice and beans. I also like to add some chopped vegetables, like onions, peppers, and corn.


Beautiful Tropical Vibes
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just for my family on a weeknight.


Samiya Islam
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This dish is a little bit spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. I think next time I'll use a milder salsa.


MD Mahfuzur Rahman Fahim
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I'm not a huge fan of red beans, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The salsa and rice balance out the flavor of the beans perfectly.


IZZY AFGHAN
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make ahead of time and it travels well.


So sabbir So sabbir
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. I like to add a little bit of cayenne pepper to give it a bit of a kick.


Jason Cowherd
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This dish is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that I can use canned beans and rice, so it's a great weeknight meal.


ahmar hasnain
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it! Even my picky kids ate it up. It's definitely going into my regular rotation of meals.


SHOISHOB AHMED
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This recipe is a keeper! The flavors of the salsa, red beans, and rice come together perfectly. I especially love the addition of the corn and bell peppers. They add a nice sweetness and crunch to the dish.