Description
Savor the comforting blend of flavors in this easy black beans and rice recipe, perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- Key Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preparation Instructions:
- 1. Prepare Your Ingredients: If using dried black beans, soak overnight. Rinse canned beans under cold water.
- 2. Cook the Rice: In a medium pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add rice and a pinch of salt. Cover and simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes until water is absorbed.
- 3. Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet over medium heat, add oil. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- 4. Add Black Beans: Stir in rinsed black beans, cumin, salt, and pepper into the skillet. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- 5. Combine Rice & Beans: Fluff cooked rice with a fork and gently fold it into the skillet with black bean mixture until well combined.
- 6. Serve It Up: Transfer to bowls or plates and top with fresh cilantro and lime wedges before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg