Elegant Beans & Rice Over Greens

Vegetarian
Health score
50%
Elegant Beans & Rice Over Greens
27 min.
4
494kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Elegant Beans & Rice Over Greens! This vegetarian dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome meal that is perfect for lunch, dinner, or any time you crave something nutritious and satisfying. With a preparation time of just 27 minutes, you can whip up this delicious main course without spending hours in the kitchen.

Imagine the creamy texture of crumbled blue cheese mingling with the hearty butter beans and perfectly cooked rice, all enveloped in a fragrant blend of garlic and fresh parsley. The vibrant greens, whether you choose baby spinach or peppery arugula, add a refreshing crunch that balances the richness of the dish. Each bite is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will leave you feeling nourished and content.

This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with nutrients, making it a great choice for anyone looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into their diet. With a caloric breakdown that highlights a healthy balance of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, you can enjoy this dish guilt-free. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your family and friends with this elegant yet simple meal that celebrates the beauty of vegetarian cooking!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup cheese blue crumbled
  • 32 oz butter beans undrained canned
  • 1.5 cups vegetable stock 
  • tablespoon flour 
  • cloves garlic chopped
  • cups baby spinach fresh (baby spinach or arugula)
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup parsley chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • cup rice long grain
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  •  ginger tea bags reynolds®

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • ladle
  • oven
  • microwave
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400F.
  2. Place bag in 13x9x2-inch pan.
  3. Add garlic, flour, olive oil salt and pepper to Reynolds Oven Bag. Gently squeeze to blend ingredients.
  4. Add beans, rice, blue cheese and parsley to oven bag. Gently turn bags several times to mix ingredients. Arrange ingredients in an layer in bag. Fold down bag opening two times to hold it open; set aside.
  5. Microwave vegetable stock in a microwave-safe bowl or measuring cup for about 2 minutes on high power until stock is very hot. Carefully pour or ladle stock over ingredients in oven bag. Carefully unfold bag opening.
  6. Close bag with nylon tie.
  7. Cut six 1/2-inch slits in top near tie. Tuck ends of bag in pan.
  8. Bake 20 minutes or until rice is done.
  9. Let stand 5 minutes. Carefully cut bag open; stir. To serve, place 1 cup greens in each serving bowl; top with 1 1/4 cups rice and beans.
  10. Garnish with additional crumbled blue cheese and freshly ground black pepper, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories494kcal
Protein17.21%
Fat21.14%
Carbs61.65%

Properties

Glycemic Index
92.55
Glycemic Load
32.72
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
30.736086816891%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
16.16mg
Luteolin
0.31mg
Kaempferol
2.03mg
Myricetin
1.27mg
Quercetin
1.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:493.89kcal
24.69%
Fat:11.67g
17.95%
Saturated Fat:5.42g
33.9%
Carbohydrates:76.58g
25.53%
Net Carbohydrates:64.04g
23.29%
Sugar:1.16g
1.29%
Cholesterol:18.98mg
6.33%
Sodium:1727.17mg
75.09%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.37g
42.75%
Vitamin K:270.92µg
258.02%
Manganese:1.69mg
84.47%
Vitamin A:3826.69IU
76.53%
Fiber:12.54g
50.16%
Folate:199.35µg
49.84%
Phosphorus:344.84mg
34.48%
Magnesium:134.67mg
33.67%
Iron:6mg
33.35%
Selenium:22.24µg
31.77%
Copper:0.58mg
29.19%
Calcium:240.76mg
24.08%
Potassium:841.68mg
24.05%
Vitamin C:19.34mg
23.44%
Vitamin B6:0.43mg
21.39%
Zinc:2.94mg
19.61%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
16.08%
Vitamin B5:1.57mg
15.71%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.34%
Vitamin B3:2.04mg
10.19%
Vitamin E:1.29mg
8.59%
Vitamin B12:0.31µg
5.15%