Jul 14 2026
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Vegan Kidney Bean Rice Bowl Recipe

Inspired by Hinzi’s Kitchen
Time50m
Serves4

Bold, hearty, and 100% plant-based — our vegan kidney bean bowl features slow-simmered Rajma-style kidney beans over fluffy basmati rice.

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Ingredients

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Kidney Beans

Rice

Optional Toppings

Method

Kidney Beans Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

  2. 2

    Add the Spices

    Stir in the cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and chili powder. Cook for an additional minute to toast the spices.

  3. 3

    Incorporate the Beans and Tomato

    If using dried kidney beans, soak them overnight and cook until tender. If using canned kidney beans, drain and rinse them. Add the kidney beans and tomato puree to the pot. Stir well to combine.

  4. 4

    Simmer the Mixture

    Pour in the water or vegetable broth and season with salt. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens.

Rice Preparation

  1. 5

    Rinse the Rice

    In a separate saucepan, rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps to remove excess starch.

  2. 6

    Cook the Rice

    Add the rinsed rice, 2 cups of water, and salt to the saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is fluffy and all the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes.

Assembly and Serving

  1. 7

    Assemble the Bowl

    Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and divide it into serving bowls. Spoon the kidney bean mixture over the rice.

  2. 8

    Add Toppings

    Top the bowls with chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, and lime wedges as desired.

  3. 9

    Serve and Enjoy

    Serve the kidney bean rice bowl warm, and enjoy this hearty, plant-based meal.

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