Ranchero Beans and Rice

Ranchero Beans and Rice is a hearty and flavorful vegetarian breakfast dish that combines seasoned black beans and fluffy rice, topped with fresh vegetables and avocado. Perfect for a filling start to your day, this dish is both nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

• black beans - 1 cup (cooked)
• white rice - 1/2 cup (uncooked)
• vegetable broth - 1 cup
• olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• onion - 1 small, diced
• garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• bell pepper - 1/2 cup, diced
• tomato - 1 medium, diced
• cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• cumin - 1 teaspoon
• chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• salt - to taste
• black pepper - to taste
• avocado - 1 small, sliced
• lime - 1, cut into wedges

Steps

1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
3. While the rice is cooking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
4. Add the minced garlic and diced bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes.
5. Stir in the cooked black beans, diced tomato, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
6. Once the rice is ready, fluff it with a fork and divide it between two plates.
7. Top the rice with the ranchero bean mixture, and garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced avocado.
8. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the dish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in plant-based proteins, supporting muscle repair and growth.

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