Easy Black Beans and Rice with Hamburger
Hearty, flavorful, and perfectly fuss-free, this Easy Black Beans and Rice with Hamburger recipe is a comforting one-pan meal that's ideal for busy weeknights. Featuring seasoned ground beef, tender white rice, and protein-packed black beans, all simmered together in a savory broth with juicy diced tomatoes and warming spices like cumin and chili powder, this dish is as nutritious as it is delicious. A zesty squeeze of fresh lime juice and an optional sprinkle of cilantro add a bright finishing touch to this satisfying dinner. Ready in just 40 minutes, this affordable and family-friendly recipe is bursting with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients, making it an instant go-to for quick, cozy meals. Perfect keywords: black beans and rice, one-pan dinner, easy ground beef recipe, weeknight meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken or beef broth
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 unit lime, juiced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
In a large skillet or pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until fully browned. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
Add the diced onion and garlic to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
Stir in the ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute to toast the spices.
Add the black beans, diced tomatoes (with their juices), rice, and chicken or beef broth to the skillet. Stir to combine all ingredients evenly.
Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
Remove the skillet from heat and let it sit (covered) for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Stir in the lime juice and fluff the mixture with a fork.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
533 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.7 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 76 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 970 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.7 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 29.4 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 823 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
