Gallo Pinto (Red Beans and Rice)

Gallo Pinto is a traditional dish in Costa Rica and Nicaragua, often served for breakfast with eggs, tortillas, and sour cream.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Gallo Pinto (Red Beans and Rice)

Cooking Method: Boiling, Frying Cuisine: Costa Rican, Latin American Courses: Breakfast, Main Dish, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Red beans
• 1 cup White rice
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 medium Bell pepper
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Cilantro
• 2 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Rinse the red beans and soak them overnight.
2. Drain the beans and cook in a pot with water until tender.
3. In a separate pot, cook the rice according to package instructions.
4. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil and sauté the onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened.
5. Add the cooked beans to the skillet and mash them slightly.
6. Stir in the cooked rice and season with salt and black pepper.
7. Cook for a few more minutes until the flavors are well combined.
8. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 55g19%

Sugars 2g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.