Sauted Cabbage with Cannellini Beans and Brown Rice
Savor tender green cabbage sauted in olive oil tossed with creamy cannellini beans and hearty brown rice. A mild, fiber-rich vegan meal that is gentle on digestion and supports heart health.
Prep
10 min
Cook
12 min
Total
22 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Maria + Lila
Maria created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Prep
10 min
Cook
12 min
Total
22 min
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Equipment
Large skillet
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Instructions
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Next: Heat 2 tsp (10 ml) extra virgin…
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Heat 2 tsp (10 ml) extra virgin…
Heat 2 tsp (10 ml) extra virgin olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, around 350°F (175°C).
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Add 2 cups (140g) shredded green cabbage…
Add 2 cups (140g) shredded green cabbage to the skillet and sauté for 6 to 8 minutes until cabbage is softened and lightly golden.
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Stir in 0.5 cup (125g) cooked brown rice and 0.5 cup (130g) rinsed cannellini beans into the skillet.
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Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until…
Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until all ingredients are heated through completely.
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Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl…
Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and finish with a pinch of sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper before serving.
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