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Mexican Rice and Black Beans

May 17, 202010 Comments

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Mexican Rice and Black Beans - A hearty and healthy rice and bean dish that is easy to make and ready to serve in less than 30 minutes! via @thiswifecooksMexican Rice and Black Beans - A hearty and healthy rice and bean dish that is easy to make and ready to serve in less than 30 minutes! via @thiswifecooksMexican Rice and Black Beans - A hearty and healthy rice and bean dish that is easy to make and ready to serve in less than 30 minutes! via @thiswifecooks

Mexican Rice and Black Beans – 

A hearty and healthy rice and bean dish that is easy to make and ready to serve in 30 minutes!

 

Mexican Rice and Black Beans - A hearty and healthy rice and bean dish that is easy to make and ready to serve in less than 30 minutes!

 

What to serve with rice and beans:

The classic combination of Mexican rice and black beans can easily be served as a complete meal in itself.

If you prefer to make this as a side dish recipe, some popular main dish ideas are burritos, enchiladas, tacos, and fajitas.

Mexican Rice and Black Beans - A hearty and healthy rice and bean dish that is easy to make and ready to serve in less than 30 minutes!

 

 

Ingredients for Mexican Rice and Black Beans:

  • olive oil
  • yellow onion
  • poblano pepper – Green bell pepper will also work. A large, diced jalapeno pepper can also be added to kick up the heat.
  • garlic
  • rice – The recipe calls for medium-grain white rice but substituting brown rice is fine.
  • paprika
  • ground cumin
  • dried oregano
  • sea salt
  • ground black pepper
  • tomato paste
  • vegan chicken-style broth – I use Better Than Bouillon No-Chicken Base
  • canned black beans – pinto beans are also a good choice for this recipe.

Mexican Rice and Black Beans - A hearty and healthy rice and bean dish that is easy to make and ready to serve in less than 30 minutes!

How to make Mexican Rice and Black Beans:

Cook the vegetables: Into a medium-size saucepan over medium-high heat, add olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the onion and poblano pepper. Saute 3 minutes, until softened. 

Add the garlic and continue sauteing an additional 1 minute.

Add rice and seasonings: Add the rice, paprika, ground cumin, dried oregano, sea salt, and ground black pepper.

Stir to combine and coat the rice with oil.

Stir in the tomato paste. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, for 1 minute.

Add the vegan chicken-style broth and black beans: Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low. 

Cover and simmer: 20 minutes, until the rice is tender.

Fluff rice with a fork and serve hot.

 

Cheers!

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Mexican Rice and Black Beans - A hearty and healthy rice and bean dish that is easy to make and ready to serve in less than 30 minutes!

Mexican Rice and Black Beans

A hearty and healthy rice and bean dish that is easy to make and ready to serve in 30 minutes!
5 from 22 votes
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Holly Gray
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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion diced
  • 1 large poblano pepper diced
  • 1 large clove garlic minced
  • 1 cup medium grain white rice uncooked
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 cups vegan chicken-style broth
  • 15 ounces canned black beans rinsed and drained

Instructions

  • Into a medium-size saucepan over medium-high heat, add olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the onion. and poblano pepper. Saute 3 minutes, until softened.
  • Add the garlic and continue sauteing an additional 1 minute.
  • Add the rice, paprika, ground cumin, dried oregano, sea salt, and ground black pepper. Stir to combine and coat the rice with oil.
  • Stir in the tomato paste. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, for 1 minute.
  • Add the vegan chicken-style broth and black beans. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low.
  • Cover and simmer 20 minutes, until rice is tender.
  • Fluff rice with a fork and serve hot.
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  1. thiswifecooks

    September 30, 2020 at 11:34 pm

    All quantities and measurements are listed on the recipe card.

    Reply
  2. Laura

    August 27, 2021 at 2:15 am

    5 stars
    added a can of diced tomatoes and served with plain Greek yogurt and taco sauce. It was delicious, thank you for sharing!

    Reply
  3. Esther

    November 20, 2021 at 11:36 pm

    5 stars
    This was surprisingly delicious. I say “surprisingly” because I am not a fan of green peppers or black beans, although I know they are good for you. I served this as a side dish with salsa chicken. My husband liked both. I will make both again. Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
  4. nancy

    January 11, 2022 at 12:44 am

    5 stars
    this protien rich meal is amazing

    Reply
  5. Diane

    June 9, 2022 at 7:46 am

    5 stars
    Delicious! A new family favorite.

    Reply
    • thiswifecooks

      June 9, 2022 at 11:55 am

      Awesome! It’s one of our favorites too. 🙂 Thanks so much for the feedback!

  6. Linnae

    October 30, 2022 at 12:09 am

    Good recipe! The one thing to note is that if you sub brown rice, it will take longer to cook, and you’ll have to add more liquid as you go along.

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    • thiswifecooks

      October 30, 2022 at 12:29 am

      Thank you! I have only used white rice for this recipe. I’m glad you enjoyed it!

  7. William

    January 28, 2023 at 4:08 am

    Fabulous side dish. I will be making this again and again.

    Reply
    • thiswifecooks

      February 3, 2023 at 2:36 pm

      Thanks, William! This one is on regular rotation in my house, too.😊

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