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Rice and Bean Casserole

Delicious Rice and Bean Casserole with Sweet Potato Twist

This Rice and Bean Casserole with Sweet Potato is a nutritious meal filled with flavor, perfect for busy families and plant-based enthusiasts.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan, Vegetarian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 1 cup Brown Rice Substitute with white rice if preferred.
  • 1 can Black Beans Drained and rinsed; substitutions include kidney beans, pinto beans, or chickpeas.
  • 2 medium Sweet Potatoes Cut evenly for uniform roasting.
Flavor
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth Use gluten-free if necessary.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Cheese Use dairy-free alternative for vegan version.
  • Various Vegetables Feel free to add bell peppers, spinach, zucchini, or corn.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Greased Casserole Dish

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, add a splash of oil and sauté the finely chopped onion and minced garlic until they become translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked brown rice, drained black beans, sautéed onion, garlic, cumin, and paprika, mixing well.
  4. Layer sliced sweet potatoes evenly at the bottom of your greased casserole dish.
  5. Spoon the rice and bean mixture over the layer of sweet potatoes, spreading it evenly and pressing down gently to eliminate air pockets.
  6. Pour the vegetable broth evenly over the layered ingredients.
  7. If using, sprinkle a layer of cheese over the top of the casserole.
  8. Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 55-60 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
  9. Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool slightly for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, ensure even layers of ingredients for thorough cooking and cut sweet potatoes into uniform pieces.

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