Black Beans and Rice

Name: Black Beans and Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Mexican, Latin American, American
Ingredients: 3 cups cooked (1 cup dry) white long grain rice; 1 medium sweet onion; 1 green bell pepper; 6 garlic cloves; 2 15-ounce cans black beans (or 3 cups cooked or Instant Pot black beans); 2 tablespoons salted butter (substitute olive oil for vegan); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 teaspoons cumin; 2 teaspoons oregano; 1 teaspoons kosher salt; 2 tablespoons lime juice (juice of 1 lime); Fresh cilantro, for a garnish

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:15min

Here's how to make flavorful black beans and rice with cumin, lime, and fresh cilantro in just 30 minutes! This easy side dish pairs perfectly with tacos or makes a great healthy lunch idea.

Updated at: Sat, 07 Feb 2026 01:26:03 GMT