Flavorful Black Bean and Rice Medley with Fresh Herbs

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Flavorful Black Bean and Rice Medley with Fresh Herbs brings the vibrant essence of Mexican cuisine to your table. This hearty recipe combines the rich earthiness of black beans with aromatic cumin and a touch of cayenne, all brightened by fresh cilantro and lime. Perfect as a main course or a side, this dish is not only nutritious but also quick to prepare in just 30 minutes.

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Overview

This Spiced Black Bean and Rice Delight is a flavorful and hearty dish that combines the earthiness of black beans with the aromatic allure of cumin and cayenne. Enhanced with fresh herbs and a hint of lime, this dish is perfect as a main course or a side, offering a satisfying and nutritious meal in just 30 minutes.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

None

Cuisine

Mexican

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) olive oil
• 1 Large onion, minced
• 3 Cloves garlic, minced
• 1 Cup uncooked white rice
• 1.5 Cups low sodium, low fat vegetable broth
• 3.5 Cups canned black beans, drained
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) cumin, ground
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) cayenne pepper
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) kosher salt
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) black pepper, ground
• 1 Whole lime, juiced
• 0.5 Cup fresh cilantro, torn
• 0.5 Cup diced tomatoes with green chilies
• Optional: 0.5 Cup sour cream for serving

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the minced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 4 minutes.
2. Stir in the uncooked rice, ensuring each grain is coated with the oil and aromatics. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
3. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, cover the saucepan, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
4. Gently fold in the drained black beans, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, kosher salt, and ground black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the beans to heat through and the flavors to meld.
5. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the lime juice, torn fresh cilantro, and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Adjust seasoning to taste.
6. Serve the black bean and rice mixture warm, optionally garnished with a dollop of sour cream. Enjoy this delightful dish as a standalone meal or as a complement to your favorite Mexican-inspired dishes.

Enjoy your homemade Flavorful Black Bean and Rice Medley with Fresh Herbs!