Southwest Vegetarian Bake - Weight Watchers Friendl

Name: Southwest Vegetarian Bake - Weight Watchers Friendly
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup brown rice, uncooked; 1 1/2 cups water; 15 ounces kidney beans, rinsed; 14 ounces diced tomatoes; 3 ounces diced green chilies; 8 ounces corn, drained; 1 cup salsa; 1 cup reduced-fat sour cream; 2 cups Mexican blend cheese; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 cup onion, chopped; 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped

Servings: persons

3/4 cup brown rice, uncooked
1 1/2 cups water
15 ounces kidney beans, rinsed
14 ounces diced tomatoes
3 ounces diced green chilies
8 ounces corn, drained
1 cup salsa
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 cups Mexican blend cheese
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped

1
In a large saucepan, bring rice and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 35-40 minutes or until tender.
2
In a large bowl, combine the bean, corn, tomatoes, chilies, salsa, sour cream, 1 cup of the cheese, pepper and rice.
3
Transfer to a shallow baking dish coated with non-stick spray. Sprinkle with onions and cilantro.
4
Bake, uncovered at 350 degrees.
5
Remove from oven, sprinkle with remaining cup of cheese and continue baking for another 10 minutes.
6
Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
7
Note: I didn't have the patience to wait for the rice to cook so I increased the water by 1/2 cup and the rice cooked in the oven.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup brown rice, uncooked, 1 1/2 cups water, 15 ounces kidney beans, rinsed, 14 ounces diced tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Southwest Vegetarian Bake - Weight Watchers Friendly falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Southwest Vegetarian Bake - Weight Watchers Friendly

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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