Best 7 Vegetable Bean Rice Casserole Recipes

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Craving a hearty and flavorful vegetarian casserole? Look no further than this Vegetable Bean Rice Casserole! This delectable dish is a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and satisfy your cravings. With its medley of colorful vegetables, tender beans, fluffy rice, and a delectable sauce, this casserole is a nutritional powerhouse that will leave you feeling full and nourished. Whether you're a vegetarian seeking a protein-packed meal or a meat-lover looking to incorporate more plant-based dishes into your diet, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create this irresistible Vegetable Bean Rice Casserole!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

EASY BEAN AND RICE CASSEROLE



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Serve this easy rice and bean casserole topped with avocado and sour cream or use as a burrito filler. Inspired by Green Valley Kitchen's Rice and Black Bean Casserole.

Provided by Jax

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Rice

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups water
2 cups uncooked brown rice
2 cubes vegetable bouillon
½ medium lime, juiced
1 tablespoon oil, or to taste
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon dried, minced garlic
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
½ teaspoon chili powder
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 (8 ounce) jar salsa
3 medium carrots, grated
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Combine water, rice, and bouillon cubes in a wide, shallow pot over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, stirring a few times early on to dissolve bouillon cubes. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 30 to 45 minutes. Remove from the heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes. Add lime juice and fluff rice with a fork.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in a wide, shallow, oven-safe pan (like a paella pan) over medium heat; stir in onion and garlic. Cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add cumin and chili powder; stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add rice, pinto beans, salsa, and carrots; mix well. Stir in 1 cup Cheddar cheese until well mixed.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Top with remaining Cheddar and bake until bubbly, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365.7 calories, Carbohydrate 49.7 g, Cholesterol 26.8 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 496.4 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

VEGETABLE & BEAN RICE CASSEROLE



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A good recipe for cleaning out the pantry or reincarnating leftovers. Basic white sauce (off of a corn starch box) spiced up with garlic and lime helps dress up healthy rice, beans, and vegetables. Prep time will vary based on whether you use already cooked beans and rice or cook them for the recipe. I recommend that you get the rice started and then make the sauce while the rice is cooking. I first made this dish to stretch my budget and make the best of what was already at hand in my pantry, but I like it well enough to keep making it regardless of my budget.

Provided by Sara Spider

Categories     Rice

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 tablespoons butter or 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup nonfat milk
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 garlic clove, crushed (to taste, or garlic powder to taste)
2 teaspoons lime juice (to taste)
2 cups brown rice, cooked
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
2 cups black beans, cooked
1 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Lime-Garlic Sauce: In a small saucepan, Melt butter slowly over medium heat OR briefly heat oil over medium heat.
  • Mix in cornstarch.
  • Gradually stir in milk.
  • Bring mixture to a boil, stirring constantly.
  • Boil for 1 minute and then remove from heat.
  • Stir in garlic and lime-juice to taste.
  • (I prefer a rather strongly flavored sauce as the flavor will be diluted when mixed into the casserole).
  • Casserole: Prepare rice, beans, and vegetables according to package directions, separately.
  • Divide sauce evenly between rice and vegetables.
  • Mix so that rice and vegetables are well-coated.
  • Spread rice evenly in bottom of 11 x 7 casserole.
  • Spread vegetables over rice.
  • Sprinkle 1/2 cup shredded cheddar over vegetables.
  • Spread beans over cheese.
  • Sprinkle remaining cheese over beans.
  • Cover and bake at 350°F until heated through and cheese is melted (15-20 minutes assuming that rice and beans are still warm).

VEGETARIAN RICE & BEAN CASSEROLE RECIPE



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This Vegetarian Rice & Bean Casserole is an easy and healthy solution for getting dinner on the table. It can be made ahead and frozen so it's extremely quick to throw together.

Provided by Jenna Braddock, RD

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 onion (chopped)
1 green pepper (chopped)
3 garlic cloves (minced)
1 tablespoon olive or canola oil
2 cups cooked brown rice (instant, long grain or short grain)
1 can pinto beans (drained)
1 can black beans (drained)
1 can whole kernel corn* (drained)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup vegetable stock
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
1 teaspoon Kosher salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon cumin
1 cup Pepper Jack or sharp cheddar cheese (recommend Cabot)
1 green onion (diced (optional))

Steps:

  • Heat a skillet over medium heat. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray a 2 1/2 quart baking dish with cooking oil.
  • Add tablespoon of oil to skillet. Saute onion, pepper and garlic until softened, about 4-5 minutes.Then remove from heat.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add cooked peppers/onion/garlic, rice, beans, corn, tomato paste, vegetable stock, salt and pepper, oregano, and cumin. Gently mix together. Fold in cheddar cheese.
  • Evenly spread mixture in baking dish. Bake in oven for 25 minutes (30 minutes if cooking from frozen).
  • Remove from oven. Sprinkle with green onions. Scoop out portions and serve with favorite toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446 calories, Sugar 5, Sodium 480, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 2, Carbohydrate 82, Fiber 16, Protein 21, Cholesterol 11

SOUTHWEST VEGGIE AND RICE CASSEROLE



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Provided by Beth Moncel

Categories     Bean     Rice     Bake     Dinner     Casserole/Gratin

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium jalapeño, seeded and diced
1 medium bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 medium zucchini, quartered lengthwise and sliced
1/2 tablespoon chili powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup frozen corn kernels
1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes with chiles (see Chef's Tip, below)
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
3 cups Taco Rice
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar
2 green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F. Coat an 8-by-8-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-low heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the onions have softened. Add the jalapeño and bell peppers, zucchini, chili powder, and salt to the skillet and stir to combine. Raise the heat to medium and continue to sauté until the vegetables are soft and no liquid remains on the bottom of the skillet, about 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, diced tomatoes and chiles, and black beans. Add the sautéed vegetables, Taco Rice, and shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl and stir until evenly mixed.
  • Pour the rice and vegetable mixture into the prepared casserole dish and bake for 20 minutes.
  • Sprinkle the green onions over the casserole and serve.

BROWN RICE VEGETABLE CASSEROLE



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One taste of this crowd-pleasing casserole brings compliments and requests for my recipe. It's been in my file for as long as I can remember. The blend of tender vegetables and rice is perfect for holiday meals and dish-to-pass affairs.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h40m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups chicken broth
1-1/2 cups uncooked brown rice
2 cups chopped onions, divided
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
4 cups fresh cauliflowerets
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 medium sweet red peppers, julienned
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup salted cashew halves
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a greased 3-qt. baking dish, combine the broth, rice, 1 cup onion, soy sauce, butter and thyme. Cover and bake at 350° for 65-70 minutes or until rice is tender., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the cauliflower, broccoli, peppers, garlic and remaining onion in oil until crisp-tender; spoon over rice mixture. , Cover and bake for 10 minutes. Uncover and sprinkle with cashews and cheese if desired. Bake 5-7 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 703mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

VEGETABLE RICE CASSEROLE



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"This is my family's favorite side dish any tome of year. It's especially good when fresh produce is in season," says Marcia Nelson from Ponca City, Oklahoma. Brown sugar adds a hint of sweetness to the rice and layered vegetables in this colorful casserole.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup uncooked rice
1 pound zucchini, sliced
1 pound yellow summer squash, sliced
1 large onion, sliced
3 tablespoons minced fresh basil, divided
1 medium green pepper, julienned
4 celery ribs with leaves, chopped
2 large tomatoes, sliced
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Spread the rice into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Layer with zucchini, yellow squash, onion and half of the basil; top with green pepper, celery and tomatoes. Combine the brown sugar, salt and pepper; sprinkle over vegetables. Drizzle with oil. Cover and bake at 350° for 1 hour or until tender. Sprinkle with remaining basil.

Nutrition Facts :

VEGETABLE & RICE CASSEROLE



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This was so GOOD! I had stuff left over. We are on a very tight budget, which precludes the extravagant waste of food, so I concocted this recipe in order to stick to my guns, so to speak. It was WAY good, and you can substitute your own ingredients. It is mega-versatile. Enjoy it! NOTE: You can also add pre-cooked meat to this, and season accordingly to make a one-dish meal!

Provided by Pagan

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 42m

Yield 2 -quart casserole, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 dash cooking spray, as needed
1 cup cooked rice (cooked weight)
2 1/2 cups mixed vegetables (canned-precooked until soft but not yet tender)
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup breadcrumbs (left over) or 1/3 cup prepared stuffing (left over)
1/3 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
1 pinch ground cayenne pepper
1 pinch Hungarian paprika

Steps:

  • Spray 2-quart casserole to prevent massive sticking.
  • Layer the casserole contents in exactly the order listed above.
  • Cover and bake in a 375°F oven for 35-40 minutes.

Tips:

- For a creamier casserole, use coconut milk or almond milk instead of vegetable broth. - Add a teaspoon of garlic powder or onion powder for extra flavor. - If you don't have any frozen corn, you can use canned corn, just be sure to drain it well. - If you're using fresh tomatoes, be sure to dice them small so that they cook evenly. - You can also add other vegetables to this casserole, such as broccoli, cauliflower, or zucchini. - Serve this casserole with a side of sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Conclusion:

This vegetable bean rice casserole is a delicious and easy way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a potluck. With its simple ingredients and customizable flavor, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a hearty and healthy meal, give this vegetable bean rice casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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