Moros y Cristianos (Cuban Black Beans with Rice)
Moros y Cristianos (Cuban Black Beans with Rice) balances tender black beans and fluffy rice with cumin, thyme, and a hint of red pepper for warmth. A splash of red wine vinegar brightens the rich, savory base of aromatics and tomatoes, making it a comforting side or a satisfying simple main for weeknights or gatherings.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Moros y Cristianos (Cuban Black Beans with Rice), 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 DensityPoor
- 22 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 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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- 62
- Heart Health
- 75
- Metabolic
- 46
- Digestive
- 38
- Inflammatory
- 36
- Performance
- 53
- General Wellness
- 1
Warm the oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Cook, stirring, until the onion turns translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the crushed tomatoes and vinegar. Add the cumin, salt, thyme, pepper flakes, and bay leaf. Cook for 3 more minutes.
- 2
Add the black beans, rice, and stock. Bring to a boil. Lower the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid is fully absorbed, about 25 minutes; do not lift the cover while cooking.
- Calories 323.82 kcal Moderate 16%
- Protein 10.61 g Good Source 21%
- Carbohydrate 61.47 g 22%
- Total Fat 4.33 g Moderate 6%
- Saturated Fat 0.56 g Low Source 3%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.45 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 375.67 mg Moderate 16%
- Dietary Fiber 6.33 g Good Source 23%
- Total Sugars 4.31 g --
- Added Sugars 0.17 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 64.39 mg Low Source 5%
- Iron 4.02 mg Good Source 22%
- Potassium 413.38 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 39.65 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 4.08 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Moros y Cristianos (Cuban Black Beans with Rice) is made with 14 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 50 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Beans, Chicken Stock, Crushed Tomatoes, and Dried Bay Leaves. Each serving provides about 323.82 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Moros y Cristianos (Cuban Black Beans with Rice) made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Beans, Chicken Stock, Crushed Tomatoes, Dried Bay Leaves, Dried Thyme. The full list of 14 is above.
- How long does it take to make Moros y Cristianos (Cuban Black Beans with Rice)?
- About 50 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 323.82 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Moros y Cristianos (Cuban Black Beans with Rice) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 14 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Moros y Cristianos (Cuban Black Beans with Rice) healthy?
- Moros y Cristianos (Cuban Black Beans with Rice) has an easyChef Pro health score of 53/100. Per serving, it provides 323.82 calories and 10.61 g of protein, or 21% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 375.67 mg (16% of the Daily Value). It contains Tomatoes, Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, 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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