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Leftover Ham, Rice & Beans

Published: Oct 24, 2019 by Terri Gilson · Modified: Jan 25, 2022 · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This post may contain affiliate links · 13 Comments

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Leftover Ham, Rice and Beans on black plate, with black and white speckled pot in background
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This is one of my favorite leftover ham recipes. It's healthy, easy, flavorful and has a little kick! But what I love most about it is that it's a little different from the usual.

Leftover Ham, Rice and Beans on black plate, with black and white speckled pot in background

This healthy ham recipe is WW friendly so you can enjoy this guilt-free after a big holiday meal! It's 5 WW points on my plan, but you can click HERE to find out how many WW points this recipe is on your personal plan.

I have always been a holiday turkey gal, but sometimes I want to mix it up and have ham! My Picnic ham with orange glaze is a family favorite and it's also really easy to make.

Sliced picnic ham on a plate with scalloped potatoes and veggies with whole ham in background

Either way, I always have leftovers and that's a good thing. I used to struggle with what to do with it; there is only so much ham and split pea soup one can eat.

Leftover Ham, Rice and Beans in black and white speckled pot

For this recipe, you'll need:

🥘INGREDIENTS

  • leftover ham
  • vegetable oil
  • garlic
  • onion
  • canned tomatoes
  • canned corn
  • green pepper
  • bay leaf
  • hot red pepper flakes
  • canned red kidney beans
  • brown instant rice

📖SUBSTITUTIONS & VARIATIONS

  • Ham: use a store-bought cooked ham, cook an easy picnic ham, like my Picnic ham with orange glaze , or bake a regular ham
  • Rice: You can use any type of rice you prefer
  • Green pepper - you could substitute red, orange or yellow peppers
  • Red Beans - you can use dried red beans instead of canned
Leftover Ham, Rice and Beans being held on a fork with plate of it in the background

Leftovers are really the best because they save money, prevent food waste, make dinner easy and even serve as your lunch the next day, And hey, there's not a lot of things in this world that are better than leftover leftovers, right?! And leftover Ham and Rice recipes are even better because I always have both ham and rice leftover.

👪 SERVING SIZE

This red beans with rice and ham makes 12 servings. You can half, double or triple the recipe by clicking on the blue serving number and selecting the number of servings you'd like. The ingredient quantities will automatically adjust.

🔢WW POINTS

This WW ham recipe is 5 points on my plan, but you can click HERE to find out how many WW points this recipe is on your personal plan.

Leftover Ham, Rice and Beans on black plate, with black and white speckled pot in background

This Healthy Leftover Ham, Rice and Beans recipe is not only healthy, it's easy, flavorful and has a little kick! But best of all it's a little different than your typical leftover ham recipes and it's Weight Watchers Friendly. So if you are ready to move on from ham and split pea soup and try something new and healthy then give this a try.

And here are a couple of additional leftover ham over recipes you can add to your repertoire:

Healthy Leftover Ham Pasta

Healthy Ham & Pea Pasta | creamy - foodmeanderings.com

Gluten-free Leftover Holiday Ham and Rice Benedict

Gluten-free Eggs Benedict | Ham & Rice - foodmeanderings.com

And be sure to check out my Leftovers Reinvented Board on Pinterest!

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📋Leftover Ham, Rice and Beans Recipe

This Healthy Leftover Ham, Rice and Beans recipe is not only healthy, it's easy, flavorful and has a little kick! But best of all, it's a little different than your typical leftover ham recipes and is Weight Watchers friendly!
5 from 7 votes
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Course: dinner
Cuisine: American, Canadian
Keyword: instant rice, kidney beans, leftover ham
Special Diet: Gluten-free
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 200kcal
Author: Terri Gilson
Prep Time: 10 minutes
20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups leftover ham, diced into ¾ inch - 1 inch cubes
  • 2 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 whole onion. chopped
  • 28 oz - can diced tomatoes
  • 12 oz - can kernal corn
  • 1 whole green pepper , chopped
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ½ teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
  • 18 oz -can, red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 5 cups brown instant rice, cooked
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Cook instant brown rice as per package directions, then set aside.
  • Dice ham
    diced ham
  • In large pot/saucepan, heat oil over medium heat, green pepper then add ham, onion and garlic, stirring constantly for 10 minutes.
    ham, onion and garlic simmering
  • Add tomatoes, corn, bay leaf, hot pepper flakes and bring to a boil. Then reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes.
  • In a separate bowl, mash half of the kidney beans (I use a fork) and mix in.
    mash kidney beans with a fork
  • Then add the remaining whole beans. Cook, stirring frequently for another 15 minutes.
    add mashed beans and whole beans
  • Add cooked rice and stir thoroughly. Serve hot.
    Leftover Ham, Rice and Beans in black and white speckled pot

Notes

Nutrition Facts
📋Leftover Ham, Rice and Beans Recipe
Amount Per Serving (1 cup)
Calories 200 Calories from Fat 18
% Daily Value*
Fat 2g3%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Cholesterol 10mg3%
Sodium 346mg15%
Potassium 364mg10%
Carbohydrates 36g12%
Fiber 5g21%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 10g20%
Vitamin A 152IU3%
Vitamin C 8mg10%
Calcium 40mg4%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 200kcal (10%) | Carbohydrates: 36g (12%) | Protein: 10g (20%) | Fat: 2g (3%) | Saturated Fat: 1g (6%) | Cholesterol: 10mg (3%) | Sodium: 346mg (15%) | Potassium: 364mg (10%) | Fiber: 5g (21%) | Sugar: 3g (3%) | Vitamin A: 152IU (3%) | Vitamin C: 8mg (10%) | Calcium: 40mg (4%) | Iron: 3mg (17%)
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  1. Bernice M Hill

    October 29, 2019 at 6:12 pm

    This is such a great way to use up leftover ham...I'm always doubling rice when I cook it because I use it in all sorts of 'leftover' recipes like this one. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights.

    Reply
  2. Julia

    December 05, 2019 at 7:44 am

    This reminds me a recipe my mom makes. It's delicious and I bet yours is too!

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      December 08, 2019 at 6:37 pm

      Thanks,Julia!

      Reply
  3. Demeter

    December 05, 2019 at 8:12 am

    This looks so flavorful! I love knowing that all the leftovers will be used and nothing goes to waste.

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      December 08, 2019 at 6:36 pm

      Thanks - me too! Hate food waste.

      Reply
  4. Jacque Hastert

    December 05, 2019 at 8:24 am

    This sounds like the perfect recipe to use with all my leftover Christmas ham. I always buy a larger ham than needed to make delicious leftover recipes like this.

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      December 08, 2019 at 6:38 pm

      Thanks, Jacque. Yes, it's almost worth it to buy a ham that's bigger than needed just so you have leftovers!

      Reply
  5. Carrie | Clean Eating Kitchen

    December 05, 2019 at 9:06 am

    What a great way to use leftover ham! I love that it's a really hearty meal. Thanks, will be trying it on boxing day!

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      December 08, 2019 at 6:39 pm

      Thanks, Carrie - I hope you enjoy1

      Reply
  6. Joanie

    December 05, 2019 at 9:33 am

    This is such a fantastic recipe. So easy to make and filled with flavor. I've made it several times already and my family loves it!

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      December 08, 2019 at 6:39 pm

      Thanks Joanie! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  7. Colleen

    December 10, 2019 at 9:45 pm

    Rice & Beans are always a staple in my kitchen, but I never thought to use leftover ham. Great idea, Terri!

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      December 15, 2019 at 7:21 am

      Thanks, Colleen!

      Reply

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