Beans and Rice Meals
(Recipe Collection)

A simple, hearty meat-free meal. Pair with a green salad, and dinner is ready.Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This substantial salad offers a healthy balance of vegetables and protein. It provides a wide range of textures, colors, and seasonings.

A light pilaf that is filled with protein (quinoa has the highest protein content of any grain) and good nutrientsSubmitted by WICKET23

Rich, creamy rice studded with healthy squash and greens make a hearty side dish or a vegetarian entree. Submitted by MADDY_AVENA

I used low salt products in this dish. Submitted by GRANNYFRANNY

A one pot, complete, nutritious meal. So easy and quick to make and easy to dress up with a salad, fresh yogurt, chutney... very filling, balanced, and delicious.Submitted by JOCELYNE_M

A budget version of the rustic Spanish favorite. An herbed-citrus olive pesto adds color and intensifies the flavor.
Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Puttanesca is one of my favorite Italian sauces. This version turns ordinary dried brown lentils into real comfort food.Submitted by STEPFANIER

Corrected by BlueRose

Calorie counts for uncooked rice...etc...were way off
Submitted by BLUEROSE

A delicious Caribbean favorite that is cholesterol free and made with very little added fat.

Yummy, low-cal and easy to make!! Submitted by PANDAMANDA10

Vindaloo is one of my favorite dishes in the world! This spicy Indian curry can be made vegetarian or with meat and is packed with spices. For those new to Indian cooking, I simplified the spice list, choosing five you might already have on hand.Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This recipe is terrific when served over Basmati rice.Submitted by S5RUSSEL

Indian spices add zest to this traditional vegetarian dish. Submitted by LOTUS737

Delicious, filling and simple recipe.Submitted by JALEPENOANN

Enjoy this simple yet tasty Pumpkin & Lentil Curry from 4 Ingredients.Submitted by GUEST_CHEF

This recipe came about because I had just made vegetable enchiladas and had leftovers, plus quinoa from earlier in the week. Thankfully, this experiment yielded a hearty, delicious meal. Submitted by STEPFANIER

A hearty, homecooked meal that everyone will love! Serve with steamed broccoli and sweet corn for a complete vegetarian meal.Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

Submitted by IAMTHIN72