his black beans and rice recipe is cilantro lime rice and black beans, all cooked together to make a savory and flavorful side dish. Black beans and rice are perfect when paired with grilled meats or served alongside Mexican or Cuban food.
This black beans and rice recipe is cilantro lime rice and black beans, all cooked together to make a savory and flavorful side dish. Black beans and rice are perfect when paired with grilled meats or served alongside Mexican or Cuban food.
SERVINGS: 6
PREP TIME:10 MINUTES
COOK TIME:20 MINUTES
INGREDIENTS
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups long grained rice, rinsed and drained
- 1 14.5 oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 3 cups low sodium chicken broth (may sub vegetable broth)
- Freshly cracked salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoon lime juice
INSTRUCTIONS
- Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the rice and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the chicken broth, salt and pepper. Bring the pot to a boil.
- Cover the pot and turn the heat down to low. Simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is tender.
- Stir the beans into the rice. Cover the pot and let sit off the heat for 3-5 minutes or until beans are warmed through.
- Stir in the lime juice and cilantro. Fluff the rice with a fork. Taste and add more salt and pepper if desired.
- Garnish with cilantro sprigs and lime wedges, then serve enjoy.
