These Quick and Easy Beans and Rice Recipes are absolutely delicious and you can make them in a snap with dry items you have in your pantry.
We are all looking for quick and easy recipes to make during this time period! Everyone is so incredibly busy! We are also looking for Budget Friendly Meals with the cost of food going up regularly! Well Beans and Rice come to mind for sure! What is great about all these recipes is that they are easy to make, affordable and very tasty, healthy and full of protein! They feed a crowd, are great as left overs and even freeze well! All of these recipes are either Vegan or Vegetarian which makes them even more affordable. You can always add whatever you would like to the dishes! I like to add some Vegan sausage or mince sometimes along with other vegetables! You do you!
Saving on our Grocery Bill is a big plus! I am going to start sharing some more budget friendly meal ideas and other ways to save on groceries and more so stay tuned! For all of these recipes you can use can or dry beans. It is your choice. Both are inexpensive but you do save on dried beans. If you have the time to make them up go for it! It’s crazy how quick they are to make in the instant pot or the crock pot. Rice is nice and very affordable, you can use white rice, jasmine rice, brown rice, yellow rice and the list goes on. Purchasing it in larger quantities makes rice even cheaper!
There are so many wonderful recipes here waiting for you to try! I have to be honest… My personal favorite is the one by The Mississippi Vegan… it’s the best!…as a treat I added some Vegan Sausage and it was over the top! Sure hope you give it try! I would love to hear which were your favorites! If you are looking for some bean suggestions, some extra toppings and additives ,plus leftover ideas…I have a whole bunch for you at the end of the post! Now enjoy these dishes and enjoy saving money too!
Chickpea Curry – Pinch Of Yum
Vegan Rice and Beans – Eat Something Vegan
Cajun Style Red Beans and Rice – Emilie Eats
Italian Beans and Rice – This Savory Vegan
Sweet and Sour Chickpeas and Rice – One Balanced Life
Middle Eastern Rice With Black Beans and Chickpeas – All Recipes
Spiced Chickpeas and Rice – The First Mess
Black Beans and Rice – The Pioneer Woman
Super Easy Black Beans and Rice – Veggie Chick
One Pot Chickpeas and Rice – Exploring Vegan
Sticky Sesame Chickpeas – My Crazy Good Life
General Tsos Chickpea Recipe – Well Plated
Spanish Rice and Beans One Pot – Dishing Out Health
Spicy Mexican Rice and Beans – Elizabeth’s Kitchen Diary
Creamy White Beans With Kale or Spinach and Wild Rice – Rainbow Plant Life
Looking for some nice Add-Ons to your Rice and Beans? Want a few ideas what to do with Leftovers? Here are a whole bunch of ideas for you! I have to add that my favorite thing to do with the left over is to make burritos! Just stuff those soft shell with guac, sour cream, cheese, pickled jalapeños and whatever else and roll them up… pop them in the over to be warmed and YUM!!! They also freeze great so you can take them out of the freezer and have them as a quick meal! That is just the tip of the iceberg with what you can do with the leftovers! Now let’s check out some more yummy ideas:
Fresh & Creamy Toppings
- Avocado slices or guacamole
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Crumbled feta or queso fresco
- Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack
- Lime crema
Sauces & Seasonings
- Salsa (tomato, verde, mango, or pineapple)
- Hot sauce (Cholula, Valentina, sriracha)
- Cilantro-lime dressing
- Chimichurri
- Pickled jalapeños
Veggies (Cooked or Raw)
- Roasted sweet potatoes
- Sautéed bell peppers and onions
- Grilled corn or elote-style corn
- Shredded cabbage or slaw
- Sautéed spinach or kale
- Roasted zucchini or squash
- Diced tomatoes or cherry tomatoes
- Pickled Jalapeños
Protein Boosters
- Scrambled or fried egg
- Tofu (grilled, pan-fried, or seasoned)
- Tempeh strips
- Veggie sausage or soy chorizo
Crunchy & Textural
- Tortilla strips or crushed chips
- Toasted pepitas or sunflower seeds
- Pickled red onions
- Sliced radishes
Bright & Zesty
- Fresh lime juice
- Chopped cilantro
- Green onions or chives
- Minced garlic sautéed in olive oil
- A sprinkle of Tajín or chili-lime seasoning
Wondering what Beans to use? Here are some that are commonly Used in Rice and Beans
- Black Beans – Earthy, slightly sweet flavor; common in Cuban, Caribbean, and Latin American recipes.
- Red Kidney Beans – Hearty and robust; popular in Louisiana Creole and Jamaican dishes.
- Pinto Beans – Creamy and mildly nutty; used in Southwestern U.S. and Mexican versions.
- Navy Beans – Mild and soft; great for a smoother texture.
- Great Northern Beans – Mild flavor and hold shape well; used in lighter rice and bean dishes.
- Cannellini Beans – Italian white kidney beans; smooth and slightly nutty.
- Adzuki Beans – Sweet and small; used in some Asian-inspired variations.
- Chickpeas (Garbanzo Beans) – Nutty and firm; delicious in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern-style rice and bean bowls.
- Lentils – Not technically beans, but often subbed in; earthy and fast-cooking.
- Black-eyed Peas – Slightly sweet and earthy; used in Southern U.S. dishes like Hoppin’ John.
- Mung Beans – Mild and slightly sweet; found in Indian and Southeast Asian rice dishes.
- Fava Beans – Creamy and buttery; used in Middle Eastern rice combinations.
- Lima Beans – Buttery and soft; used in Southern and Caribbean rice dishes.
- Pigeon Peas (Gandules) – Nutty and firm; essential in Puerto Rican arroz con gandules.
- Pink Beans – Small, sweet, and creamy; common in Puerto Rican and Dominican cuisine.
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