Black Beans & Rice

Name: Black Beans & Rice
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: Serves 6
Cuisine: brazilian
Ingredients: 250g basmati rice; 2 x 400g cans black bean drained and rinsed

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⏱ 15 mins 🍽 Serves 6 🌶 brazilian ✅ Easy 🏷 Side dish

This straightforward Brazilian side dish combines just two key ingredients. Fluffy basmati rice is cooked until al dente, then mixed with rinsed black beans and warmed through. It's a versatile accompaniment that pairs wonderfully with grilled meats or lighter vegetarian salads, offering a satisfying and quick addition to any meal.

Ingredients

250g basmati rice
2 x 400g cans black bean drained and rinsed

Method

Place the basmati rice into a large saucepan that has a lid.
Cover the rice with a generous amount of water and bring it to a boil, cooking for about 8 mins until it is al dente.
Drain the cooked rice and return it to the same pan.
Add the drained and rinsed black beans to the pan and stir them into the rice.
Place the lid on the saucepan and allow the mixture to warm through for 5 mins before you serve.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories222 kcal

Carbs39 g

Sugars1 g

Fibre6 g

Protein8 g

Sodium320 mg

Recipe details

Skill levelEasy

CategorySide dish

Cuisinebrazilian

DietGluten-free