Costa Rican Gallo Pinto

Gallo pinto, a Costa Rican classic dish of beans and rice, is easy and delicious whether served at breakfast, brunch, or dinner.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 159 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 3 cups cooked white rice
• 4 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 cups black beans, rinsed and drained
• 0.5 cup chopped celery

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic and saute until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in black beans with their juices, salt, and pepper. Saute until some of the liquid evaporates, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in rice.

Step 2

Cover and let simmer until vegetables are soft and flavors have melded, about 15 minutes.