White Rice with Black Beans
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this comforting and flavorful dish, White Rice with Black Beans! This recipe is a vibrant blend of tender long-grain white rice paired with hearty black beans, simmered with fragrant garlic, onion, and a perfect medley of spices like cumin and oregano for a smoky, aromatic touch. Finished with a drizzle of fresh lime juice and a sprinkle of cilantro, this dish is as refreshing as it is satisfying. What's more, it’s quick to make—ready in just 40 minutes—and packed with protein and fiber, making it an ideal choice for a healthy, budget-friendly meal. Whether served as a standalone dinner or a side dish, this recipe proves that simple ingredients can create bold, unforgettable flavors. Perfect for fans of Latin-inspired cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 juice lime
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
Rinse one cup of long-grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear, to remove excess starch.
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice and a pinch of salt.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a lid. Simmer for about 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and all the water is absorbed.
While the rice is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add a drained and rinsed 15-ounce can of black beans to the skillet along with 1 teaspoon of cumin, 0.5 teaspoon of oregano, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper.
Cook the bean mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes until heated through and flavors meld together.
Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and transfer it to a serving dish.
Top the rice with the black bean mixture and drizzle with the juice of 1 lime.
Garnish with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
846 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.7 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2518 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.1 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.1 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.3 g | ||
| Protein | 31.6 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 338 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 477 mg | 10% | |
*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.
