Recipe: Aromatic Rice, Beans, and Greens

Aromatic Rice, Beans, and Greens
Source: Vegetarian Times
Servings: 4 (1 cup) servings

3 cups water
2 cups chopped kale or spinach, packed
1 1/2 cups jasmine rice or basmati rice
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
red pepper flakes, to taste
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Combine water, kale or spinach, rice and dried seasonings in a medium saucepan. Bring to simmer over medium-high heat. Stir once, cover, and cook over medium-low heat about 15 minutes. Stir in beans and parsley. Fluff rice with fork; turn off heat. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Per 1 cup serving:
258 cal; 6g protein; 0.2g total fat (0 sat fat);
58g carb; 0 chol; 285mg sod; 1g fiber