Fresh Tasting Black Beans with Rice

This recipe for Fresh Tasting Black Beans with Rice is a delicious, nutritious, and easy-to-make dish that features the flavors of black beans, vegetables, and aromatic herbs. The combination of the beans and rice creates a hearty and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed on its own or as a side dish. With a prep time of just 10 minutes and a total cooking time of 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or for meal prepping for the week ahead.

Ingredients

• 1 cup black beans, soaked and cooked
• 1 cup long grain rice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• Salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, diced bell pepper, and minced jalapeno pepper to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the cumin powder, paprika, and dried oregano to the skillet. Stir to coat the vegetables with the spices.
4. Add the cooked black beans and rice to the skillet. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir to combine.
6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the flavors have melded together.
7. Remove the skillet from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
8. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.
9. Enjoy this fresh tasting black beans with rice dish as a flavorful main course or as a side dish to complement your favorite Mexican meal.

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