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Healthy Greek Rice Bean and Olive Skillet

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  • Author: Monkey and Me Kitchen Adventures
  • Prep Time: 10 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 Minutes
  • Total Time: 35 Minutes
  • Yield: 4 Cups 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Greek Inspired
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This Healthy Greek Rice Bean and Olive Skillet is a cozy, crowd-pleasing entrée that delivers both heartiness and bright, Mediterranean vibes.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients:

  • 1 medium yellow onion, fine dice
  • 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 Tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth *
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 Tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 14 grape/cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda * 

Spice/Herb Ingredients:

  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ to 1 teaspoon sea salt (+/-)

Other Ingredients:

  • 1 – [ 15.5 oz. can ] cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup Spanish pimento stuffed green olives, chopped
  • ¾ cup cooked and refrigerated brown rice (or rice of choice) *
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon juice

Optional Toppings:

  • Chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Add all the Spice/Herb Ingredients into a small bowl, mix well, set aside.
  2. In a large stock pot, sauté the diced onions over medium-high heat for 7 to 9 minutes until they start to become tender. Add a splash of water to prevent sticking/burning if needed.
  3. Add the minced garlic and tomato paste to the skillet, continue to sauté over medium-high heat, stirring constantly for 1 minute.
  4. Next add all the remaining Base Ingredients (except the baking soda), the Spice/Herb Mix, stir well, and bring to a boil. Once boiling add the baking soda, stir well, then immediately lower to a low-percolating boil. Boil with a low-percolating boil for 5 minutes.
  5. After 5 minutes, stir in the cooked rice, cannellini beans, chopped olives, and lemon juice. Simmer for an additional 7 to 10 minutes.
  6. Remove the pot from the heat, cover with a lid, and let sit for 4 to 5 minutes undisturbed to allow the flavors to marry.
  7. Top individual servings with a sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy with pita, crusty bread, flatbread, and/or with a simple side salad.

Notes

Please reference the blog post for Tips for Success, Pantry Items Used, Storage and Freezing, and Kitchen Products Used. 

Sea Salt:  Please adjust the sea salt based upon your family’s sea salt preferences and/or based upon dietary needs.

Serving:  4 (makes 4 cups)

Find it online: https://monkeyandmekitchenadventures.com/healthy-greek-rice-bean-and-olive-skillet/