Red Bean and Rice Cakes

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Red Bean and Rice Cakes
45 min.
8
212kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and nutritious meal that’s both vegetarian and dairy-free? Look no further than these delightful Red Bean and Rice Cakes! Packed with flavor and health benefits, this recipe is perfect for anyone seeking a wholesome dish that doesn’t compromise on taste.

With a health score of 100, these rice cakes are not only easy to prepare but also incredibly satisfying. The combination of dark red kidney beans and long-grain white rice creates a hearty base, while the addition of fresh vegetables like onions and green bell peppers adds a delightful crunch. Seasoned with chili powder, cumin, and a hint of cayenne, each bite is bursting with flavor that will tantalize your taste buds.

Ready in just 45 minutes and serving up to 8 people, these cakes are ideal for family dinners or meal prep for the week ahead. Each serving contains only 212 calories, making them a guilt-free option for lunch or dinner. Plus, they can be served on a bed of fresh salad greens and topped with thick and chunky salsa for an extra layer of deliciousness.

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 friends and family with these scrumptious Red Bean and Rice Cakes!

Ingredients

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

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

Calories212kcal
Protein21.24%
Fat4.96%
Carbs73.8%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.39
Glycemic Load
12.37
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
21.572173937507%

Flavonoids

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

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:211.64kcal
10.58%
Fat:1.25g
1.92%
Saturated Fat:0.22g
1.39%
Carbohydrates:41.84g
13.95%
Net Carbohydrates:30.71g
11.17%
Sugar:2.62g
2.92%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:155.48mg
6.76%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.04g
24.09%
Manganese:1.27mg
63.6%
Folate:245.09µg
61.27%
Vitamin B6:1.15mg
57.47%
Fiber:11.14g
44.54%
Iron:5.05mg
28.08%
Phosphorus:267.91mg
26.79%
Vitamin B1:0.37mg
24.71%
Vitamin B12:1.46µg
24.34%
Magnesium:85.95mg
21.49%
Copper:0.4mg
19.97%
Vitamin B2:0.31mg
18.53%
Potassium:618.09mg
17.66%
Zinc:2.34mg
15.62%
Vitamin A:613.2IU
12.26%
Vitamin B3:2.32mg
11.6%
Vitamin K:11.51µg
10.96%
Vitamin C:8.48mg
10.28%
Calcium:76.84mg
7.68%
Selenium:4.91µg
7.02%
Vitamin E:0.76mg
5.08%
Vitamin B5:0.5mg
4.99%
Vitamin D:0.33µg
2.22%