Black Beans and Rice
serves 4
Black Beans and Rice
Black Beans and Rice are considered a perfect food combination. This recipe is easy, has a great spicy flavor, and is incredibly healthy.
Ingredients:
1/2 small chopped onion
3 cloves chopped garlic
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper1 cup rice, rinsed and drained
1-3/4 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
1 can (15 oz) low-sodium black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (4 oz) green chilies
1/2 small chopped onion
3 cloves chopped garlic
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper1 cup rice, rinsed and drained
1-3/4 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
1 can (15 oz) low-sodium black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (4 oz) green chilies
Directions:
- Heat a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
- When pan is hot add 1 to 2 tablespoons water cook onion and garlic until tender.
- Add cumin, red pepper, and rice stirring well for 1 minute.
- Pour broth into saucepan, bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook 20 minutes, or until rice is cooked.
- Add beans and green chilies, stir well, and serve.
- You can substitute cooked dry beans for the canned beans. For cooking tips click here.
Calories 264, Fat 2.4g, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 131mg
Carbohydrates 51.1g, Fiber 4.7g, Sugars 1.8g, Protein 7.9g
Carbohydrates 51.1g, Fiber 4.7g, Sugars 1.8g, Protein 7.9g
