Black Beans and Rice Recipe
A simple, flavorful recipe for classic Black Beans and Rice combining aromatic sautéed onions and garlic with seasoned black beans, fluffy long-grain rice, and a fresh lime finish. This dish is nutritious, easy to prepare, and perfect as a satisfying vegetarian main or side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Latin American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Beans and Aromatics
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
Rice
- 1 cup long-grain rice (jasmine or basmati)
- Salt, to taste
Finishing Touch
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves finely to ensure they sauté evenly and release their flavors well.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent and soft, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
- Add Black Beans and Simmer: Pour in the drained black beans, low-sodium vegetable broth, and ground cumin. Stir to blend all ingredients and let the mixture simmer gently for about 5 minutes to combine flavors.
- Cook the Rice: Meanwhile, bring water to a boil in a separate pot following the rice package instructions. Add rinsed long-grain rice and a pinch of salt, cover the pot, and cook until the rice is tender and fluffy, usually about 15-20 minutes.
- Combine Rice and Beans: Gently fold the cooked rice into the black bean mixture, careful not to mash the beans, integrating the textures for a balanced dish.
- Finish with Lime Juice: Just before serving, squeeze fresh lime juice over the rice and beans to add brightness and a touch of acidity that enhances all the flavors.
Notes
- Rinsing canned black beans reduces sodium and any canning liquid flavor.
- Using low-sodium vegetable broth helps control overall salt content.
- Jasmine or basmati rice works best for fluffy, separate grains.
- You can add chopped fresh cilantro for a fresh herbaceous note if desired.
- This recipe is naturally vegetarian and can be made vegan by confirming broth choice.
Keywords: black beans, rice, vegetarian, easy recipe, cumin, healthy side dish, Latin American cuisine
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