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food is fuel

Food is Fuel: 5 Ways This Recipe Energizes You


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Food provides energy for the body and mind.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of brown rice
  • 1 cup of black beans
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1 teaspoon of cumin
  • 2 cups of vegetable broth
  • 1 cup of chopped vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, onions)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the brown rice under cold water.
  2. In a pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add chopped vegetables and sauté until soft.
  4. Add rice, black beans, salt, cumin, and vegetable broth.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  6. Cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes.
  7. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust spices to taste.
  • Use any vegetables you have on hand.
  • Can be served with avocado or salsa.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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