How many calories are in Gari and beans?
Gari and beans has about 500 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.
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Gari and beans
Gari and beans is a lunch west african recipe with 500 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.
Calories
500 kcal
Total Time
45 min
Servings
1
Protein
20 g
Ingredients
- black-eyed peas100g
- gari50g
- onion, chopped.25 piece
- red bell pepper, chopped.25 piece
- palm oil1 tbsp
Instructions
- 1
Step 1
Cook black-eyed peas until tender.
- 2
Step 2
Sauté onions and peppers in palm oil.
- 3
Step 3
Add the cooked beans and gari (cassava grits) to the pan.
- 4
Step 4
Stir everything together and serve hot.
Nutrition Snapshot
Macros and micros at a glance
Calories
500
Protein
20g
Carbs
90g
Fat
5g
Fiber
15g
Micronutrients
Iron
4 mg
Zinc
2 mg
Sodium
300 mg
Calcium
100 mg
Folate
200 mcg
Magnesium
100 mg
Potassium
700 mg
Vitamin C
30 mg
Vitamin A
100 mcg
Vitamin B12
0 mcg
Diet and Allergen Guide
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Gluten Free
No
Dairy Free
No
Allergens
No major allergens flagged
Meal Prep and Storage
Make it easier to prep ahead
Gari and beans can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gari and beans
Is Gari and beans suitable for vegetarians?
Yes. Gari and beans is suitable for vegetarians as written.
Is Gari and beans gluten-free?
Gari and beans is not reliably gluten-free as written. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.
Are there any allergen ingredients in Gari and beans?
This recipe does not contain none of the major allergens flagged in this recipe feed, but you should still review packaged ingredient labels for any brand-specific warnings.
Can I make Gari and beans ahead of time?
Gari and beans can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.
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