Black Beans Oatmeal Pilaf
This Black Beans Oatmeal Pilaf is a great combination of protein, carbohydrate and fiber. Its a delicious and satisfying lunch.
Servings 4
Calories 255kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup steel cut/old fashioned oats (dry)
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 tsp chopped garlic
- 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup julienned carrots
- 3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 15 oz canned black beans (drained and rinsed))
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp crushed black pepper
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp lime/lemon juice
Instructions
- In a saucepan combine oats and water and cook uncovered until water almost dries up. Keep stirring at intervals. When done turn off the flame, stir very well and keep it aside.
- Heat oil in a nonstick pan and add garlic. As soon as garlic starts browning add green and red bell pepper and carrots. Saute well for 30 seconds.
- Add cilantro and saute again for 30 seconds. Add black beans, cumin powder, black pepper and salt. Mix very well and cook for couple of minutes.
- Add cilantro and saute again for 30 seconds. Add black beans, cumin powder, black pepper and salt. Mix very well and cook for couple of minutes.
- Now, add lime juice and mix again. Turn off the flame and serve warm.
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Notes
- Feel free to adjust salt and lime juice measurements as per your taste.
- Instant oats can also be used but it might not be as chewy as steel cut oats.
- If using instant oats be careful of the measurement of water. Oatmeal should be as dry as possible for this recipe to bring out the pilaf texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 255kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 444mg | Potassium: 9mg | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg