Vegetarian Sloppy Joes healthy and oh so fast to make for busy nights

Leftover brown rice is a healthy and convenient ingredient to have on hand for the dinner rush. With cooked rice, these Vegetarian Sloppy Joes can be made in less than 20 minutes and contain a healthy does of fibre in each serving. Parents will love the ease of this recipe, while kids will enjoy the mess and taste.

Vegetarian Sloppy Joes

15 ml (1 tbsp) vegetable oil

1 medium onion, chopped

1 green pepper, chopped

750 ml (3 cups) brown rice

2 475 ml (16 oz) cans Mexican style pinto beans

175 ml ( cup) hickory smoked barbecue sauce

4 to 6 whole grain buns

Heat oil in large skillet over medium high heat. Add onion and green pepper; cook 2 to 3 minutes. Add rice, beans and barbecue sauce. Simmer 10 to 15 minutes until heated through. Serve on warm buns.

Makes 4 to 6 servings.

Nutritional information per serving:440 calories, 17 g protein, 6 g total fat, 82 g carbohydrates, 18 g fibre, 560 mg sodium.

Source: www.riceinfo.com