Nava's Jamaican-Inspired Red Beans and Rice Recipe

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Nava's Jamaican-Inspired Red Beans and Rice
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Directions:

  1. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan on medium heat. Sautè the onion and garlic until the onion is translucent.
  2. Add the rice, drained beans, coconut milk and thyme if using.
  3. Bring to a simmer then cover and cook over low heat until most of the coconut milk has evaporated, about 15 minutes. (The mixture should be moist but not watery.).
  4. Garnish with cilantro leaves. Season with salt and pepper and serve hot.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 197.26 Kcal (826 kJ)
Calories from fat 59.12 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.57g 10%
Sodium 8.55mg 0%
Potassium 203.69mg 4%
Total Carbs 30.63g 10%
Sugars 0.16g 1%
Dietary Fiber 3.67g 15%
Protein 5.18g 10%
Vitamin C 1mg 2%
Iron 0.6mg 3%
Calcium 23.2mg 2%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 147.29 Kcal (617 kJ)
Calories from fat 44.15 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4.91g 10%
Sodium 6.38mg 0%
Potassium 152.09mg 4%
Total Carbs 22.87g 10%
Sugars 0.12g 1%
Dietary Fiber 2.74g 15%
Protein 3.87g 10%
Vitamin C 0.7mg 2%
Iron 0.4mg 3%
Calcium 17.3mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 3.8
    Points
  • 5
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • very low sodium,
  • cholesterol free,
  • sugar free,
  • good source of fiber

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