Black Beans & Rice

Black Beans & Rice is one of the best side recipes out there! Flavored with a squeeze of lime juice, garlic and spices, this rice recipe is our family favorite!

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 2 cups uncooked white rice, long grain or jasmine rice
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 14 oz cans black beans, drained and rinsed
• 3 Tbsp lime juice
• 4 Tbsp finely chopped parsley

Directions

1. Heat oil in a stockpot or saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and sauté until onion is transparent. Add the garlic and sauté for a further minute. Add the cumin and rice, mix the flavors through and sauté for a further minute.
2. Pour in the broth and beans, bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until rice is tender (stirring half way through).
3. Remove from heat and drizzle with a small amount of olive oil (about 2 tsp), lime juice and cilantro. Taste test; season with a little salt and pepper, only if needed and as desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 216kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 434mg | Potassium: 188mg | Vitamin A: 15IU | Vitamin C: 11.6mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 0.9mg