Black Beans and Rice

Name: Black Beans and Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup diced red onion (¼-inch dice); ½ cup red bell pepper (¼-inch dice); 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 2 cups long grain white rice (jasmine or basmati); 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; ½ teaspoon kosher salt; 1 dried bay leaf; 3 cups black beans (canned, rinsed and drained); 3 1/2 cups chicken broth (or stock); 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 teaspoon lime zest; 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro; lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:45min

Easy black beans and rice recipe that makes a healthy and flavorful side dish. Fluffy grains of white rice simmer with vegetables and fiber-rich legumes.

Updated at: Thu, 11 Dec 2025 23:15:22 GMT