Easy and Flavorful Rice and Beans Recipe
Savor the comforting blend of rice and beans with this easy-to-make recipe. This dish is not just a staple; it’s a celebration of flavors that brings families together. Perfect for any meal, it combines fluffy rice with rich black beans, aromatic spices, and fresh herbs for a vibrant, satisfying dish that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
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- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Fresh cilantro (optional), for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and minced garlic, cooking until translucent.
- Stir in the rinsed rice, cumin, and paprika; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and add the black beans. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes without lifting the lid.
- Once cooked, fluff rice with a fork, garnish with cilantro if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg