Bahama Breeze-Style Island Rice and Beans

A warm, vibrant twist on the classic side dish using organic whole foods and lightly processed sweeteners.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup organic jasmine rice
  • 3/4 cup full-fat organic coconut milk
  • 3/4 cup filtered water
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 can (15 oz) organic black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium organic yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 organic red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 organic habanero pepper, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ground allspice
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tbsp raw honey
  • 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1/2 organic lime

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Instructions

  1. Rinse organic jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain thoroughly.
  2. In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat avocado oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, bell pepper, and habanero.
  3. Sauté the vegetables for 5–7 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  4. Stir in thyme, cumin, allspice, and sea salt, then cook for an additional minute.
  5. Add rinsed black beans, rice, coconut milk, water, and honey. Stir to combine thoroughly.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 18–20 minutes until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
  7. Remove from heat. Stir in fresh cilantro and lime juice, then fluff with a fork before serving.

FAQ

Can I use another oil instead of avocado oil?

Yes, you can use another cold-pressed or organic oil like coconut oil or olive oil to keep it clean and whole-food based.

What if I don't have maple syrup or coconut sugar?

You can use stevia or another natural sweetener of your choice to avoid refined sugars.

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