Easy Black Beans and Rice

This black beans and rice is easy to make with beans, white rice and simple seasonings. Serve it as a side, add chicken or sausage for a main meal or roll up in a burrito!

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 25

Total Time: 30

Servings:

Ingredients

1 Tablespoon olive oil
½ onion , finely chopped
2 cloves garlic , minced
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup uncooked white rice (jasmine or long grain)
2 cups chicken broth
1 (15-ounce) can black beans , drained and rinsed
1 lime , juiced (about 1-2 Tablespoons)
finely chopped cilantro
¾ teaspoon Kosher salt , more to taste
Ground black pepper , to taste

Instructions

In a stock pot or saucepan, heat 1 Tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add 1/2 diced onion and sauté until transparent. Stir in 2 cloves garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon cumin and 1 cup rice. Sauté 1 minute more.
Pour in 2 cups broth and 1 can beans. Bring to a boil and cover. Reduce heat to low and simmer 15-18 minutes, or until rice is tender, stirring half way through.
Stir in 1-2 Tablespoon lime juice and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper.

Notes

Spice: Feel free to add chopped jalapeños, chili's, or cayenne pepper for a little extra kick.

Storage: Store leftovers in a covered container in the refrigerator up to 4 days.

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