Rice and Black Beans Skillet (Gallo Pinto)
Rice and Black Beans Skillet (Gallo Pinto) blends tender black beans with sautéed onion and fluffy rice, then pan-fries them for a lightly crisp exterior and comforting, toasty flavor. The oregano, garlic, and bay leaf create an aromatic backbone that makes every bite warm and satisfying. Serve it for a hearty breakfast or a casual weeknight dinner alongside eggs, plantains, or a simple salad.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook1 hr 20 mins
- Serves1
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Rice and Black Beans Skillet (Gallo Pinto), not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 57 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityFair
- 45 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 54 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 60
- Heart Health
- 78
- Metabolic
- 59
- Digestive
- 46
- Inflammatory
- 35
- Performance
- 51
- General Wellness
- 1
Sort through the beans and remove any with holes or any rocks. Move the beans to a large container, cover with several inches of cool water, and let them soak for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- 2
Rinse the beans and pour off the soaking water. Place them in a large pan, cover with fresh water by 2 inches, add the garlic and bay leaf, and bring to a boil. Lower to a simmer and cook until tender, about 1 hour, adding the oregano and salt in the last few minutes. As they cook, reserve a few spoonfuls of the "caldo" (cooking liquid).
- 3
Measure out 1/2 cup cooked beans for gallo pinto and set aside the remaining beans for another use.
- 4
For one serving of gallo pinto: Warm the oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until very dark but not burned, 8 to 10 minutes. Add 1/2 cup cooked black beans with 2 to 3 tablespoons of "caldo." Stir in the rice and cook until it begins to turn crispy, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Calories 1414.2 kcal High 71%
- Protein 41.84 g Good Source 84%
- Carbohydrate 284.79 g 104%
- Total Fat 6.31 g Moderate 8%
- Saturated Fat 0.61 g Low Source 3%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 496.63 mg High 22%
- Dietary Fiber 18.48 g Good Source 66%
- Total Sugars 4.56 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 294.83 mg Good Source 23%
- Iron 14.45 mg Good Source 80%
- Potassium 329.59 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 6.69 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 1.9 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Rice and Black Beans Skillet (Gallo Pinto) is made with 8 ingredients and serves 1. It takes about 1 hr 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Beans, Cooking Oil, Diced Onion, and Dried Bay Leaves. Each serving provides about 1414.2 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Rice and Black Beans Skillet (Gallo Pinto) made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Beans, Cooking Oil, Diced Onion, Dried Bay Leaves, Dried Oregano. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Rice and Black Beans Skillet (Gallo Pinto)?
- About 1 hr 30 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 1 hr 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1414.2 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Rice and Black Beans Skillet (Gallo Pinto) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Rice and Black Beans Skillet (Gallo Pinto) healthy?
- Rice and Black Beans Skillet (Gallo Pinto) has an easyChef Pro health score of 56/100. Per serving, it provides 1414.2 calories and 41.84 g of protein, or 84% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 496.63 mg (22% of the Daily Value). It contains Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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