Red Bean and Rice Cakes

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Red Bean and Rice Cakes
45 min.
8
217kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and nutritious meal that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare? Look no further than these delightful Red Bean and Rice Cakes! Perfectly suited for vegetarians and those seeking a dairy-free option, this recipe is a fantastic way to incorporate wholesome ingredients into your diet without sacrificing flavor.

With a health score of 100, these rice cakes are not only tasty but also packed with nutrients. Each serving contains just 217 calories, making them a guilt-free choice for lunch or dinner. The combination of dark red kidney beans, fiber-rich bran cereal, and aromatic spices like chili powder and cumin creates a mouthwatering flavor profile that will leave your taste buds dancing.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these hearty patties, perfect for serving at gatherings or enjoying as a quick weeknight meal. The crispy exterior, thanks to the cereal coating, contrasts beautifully with the soft, flavorful interior. Serve them on a bed of fresh salad greens and top with zesty salsa for an extra kick!

Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is straightforward and fun to make. So gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your family and friends with these scrumptious Red Bean and Rice Cakes!

Ingredients

  • cup all-bran cereal 
  • tablespoon chili powder 
  •  egg whites beaten
  • 0.3 cup bell pepper diced green
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • 0.3 cup onion finely chopped
  • 30 oz kidney beans dark red rinsed drained canned
  • 0.5 cup rice long-grain white uncooked
  • servings the salad 
  • 0.5 cup salsa thick
  • cup water 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • potato masher
  • ziploc bags
  • rolling pin
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Cook rice in water as directed on package. Meanwhile, place cereal in resealable food-storage plastic bag; seal bag and crush with rolling pin or meat mallet (or crush in food processor).
  2. In large bowl, place beans; mash with potato masher or fork. Stir in onion, bell pepper, cooked rice, egg, chili powder, cumin, red pepper and 2 tablespoons of the cereal. Shape into 8 patties; coat patties completely with remaining cereal.
  3. Spray 10-inch skillet with cooking spray. Cook 4 patties in skillet over medium heat about 10 minutes, turning once, until brown.
  4. Remove patties from skillet. Cover and keep warm while cooking remaining patties.
  5. Serve patties on salad greens; top with salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Calories217kcal
Protein21.4%
Fat4.92%
Carbs73.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.39
Glycemic Load
12.37
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
23.112608671188%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.22mg
Isorhamnetin
0.25mg
Kaempferol
0.15mg
Myricetin
0.35mg
Quercetin
8.37mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:217.24kcal
10.86%
Fat:1.28g
1.96%
Saturated Fat:0.23g
1.41%
Carbohydrates:42.97g
14.32%
Net Carbohydrates:31.83g
11.58%
Sugar:2.62g
2.92%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:164.58mg
7.16%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.48g
24.96%
Manganese:1.32mg
66.17%
Folate:258.04µg
64.51%
Vitamin B6:1.18mg
58.87%
Fiber:11.14g
44.54%
Iron:5.28mg
29.31%
Phosphorus:281.56mg
28.16%
Vitamin B1:0.38mg
25.41%
Vitamin B12:1.46µg
24.34%
Magnesium:89.8mg
22.45%
Copper:0.42mg
20.84%
Vitamin A:1010.8IU
20.22%
Vitamin C:16.6mg
20.12%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.56%
Potassium:678.29mg
19.38%
Zinc:2.42mg
16.11%
Vitamin B3:2.51mg
12.57%
Vitamin K:11.51µg
10.96%
Calcium:81.39mg
8.14%
Selenium:5.05µg
7.22%
Vitamin B5:0.54mg
5.41%
Vitamin E:0.76mg
5.08%
Vitamin D:0.33µg
2.22%