Easy Black Beans and Rice

Name: Easy Black Beans and Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil (for sautéing and depth.); 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped (sweeter when caramelized.); 3 cloves garlic, minced (fresh garlic gives more character than powder.); 1 teaspoon ground cumin (warms the dish; toast lightly in the pan for more aroma.); 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional for a faint smoky note.); 1 cup long-grain brown rice, rinsed (or use basmati for a lighter texture.); 2 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth (low-sodium lets you control the salt.); 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed (or use 1 1/2 cups home-cooked black beans.); 1 lemon zest and juice of (brightens and keeps it Mediterranean-friendly.); 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or cilantro (parsley is more Mediterranean; cilantro is a fresher twist.); to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper; to taste crumbled feta; to taste toasted pine nuts; to taste olives; to taste a dollop of Greek yogurt

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:20min

This comforting dish combines warm grains with glossy black beans and a bright squeeze of lemon, making it a healthy option that's both quick to prepare and packed with flavor.

Updated at: Wed, 11 Mar 2026 19:50:13 GMT