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Rice and Beans

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Rice and beans are a comforting classic that brings warmth to your table. This simple yet flavorful dish combines fluffy long-grain white rice with hearty black beans, seasoned to perfection with aromatic spices. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, it’s nutritious, easy to make, and sure to please the whole family. Enjoy it on its own or as a delightful side to your favorite mains!

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until translucent (about 5 minutes), then stir in minced garlic.
  2. Add cumin and toast for about a minute until fragrant.
  3. Mix in the rinsed rice and pour in vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Fold in the rinsed black beans, reduce heat, and let simmer until liquid is absorbed (15-20 minutes).
  5. Remove from heat, let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork before serving.
  • Author: DANIEL LAWSON
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Latin American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 315
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 13g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg