Savory Rice and Beans

Savory Rice and Beans is a comforting vegetarian dish that brings together the wholesome flavors of seasoned rice, hearty beans, and a medley of colorful vegetables. Perfectly spiced and easy to prepare, this dish is both nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Brown rice - 1 cup
• Canned black beans - 1 cup, drained and rinsed
• Vegetable broth - 2 cups
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red bell pepper - 1, diced
• Corn - 1/2 cup, frozen or fresh
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
2. Stir in the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the pepper is tender.
3. Add the brown rice to the saucepan, stirring to coat it with the oil and vegetables for about 1 minute.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth, and add the cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
5. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
6. After the rice is cooked, stir in the black beans and corn. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
7. Remove from heat, squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture, and fluff with a fork.
8. Serve warm, garnished with chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

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

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