Description
This meal plan focuses on budget-friendly ingredients to create balanced, nutritious meals for families.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rice
- 1 pound beans
- 3 carrots, chopped
- 2 onions, diced
- 1 tablespoon oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the rice and beans under cold water.
- In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat and sauté the onions and carrots for 5 minutes.
- Add the rice and beans to the pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until cooked.
- Season with salt and serve hot.
Notes
Use seasonal vegetables for the best freshness and cost savings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Protein: 15g