Mediterranean Rice and Beans
A nutritious and flavorful dish combining rice, beans, and Mediterranean spices in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup rice (preferably long-grain)
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup vegetable broth or water Use gluten-free broth if needed
- 1 piece bell pepper, diced (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 piece onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- to taste Salt and pepper
- to garnish Fresh parsley For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all the ingredients. Rinse and drain the black beans, and chop the onion and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
Cooking
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper, sautéing until soft for about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cumin, cooking for another minute until garlic is fragrant.
- Add the rice to the pan, stirring to coat it with the oil and vegetables.
- Pour in the vegetable broth or water and add the drained black beans, mixing gently.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the pan. Let it simmer for about 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, check if the rice is cooked and the liquid has been absorbed. Fluff gently with a fork and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For added depth, consider toasting the rice in oil before adding the liquid. A splash of lemon juice before serving enhances flavor.