Best 9 Black Beans And Rice With Corn Salsa Recipes

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Black beans and rice is a classic Latin American dish that is both delicious and nutritious. It is typically made with black beans, rice, and a variety of spices, and can be served as a main course or a side dish. This article provides recipes for three different variations of black beans and rice, each with its own unique flavor profile. The first recipe is for a traditional Cuban black beans and rice dish, made with black beans, rice, sofrito, and spices. The second recipe is for a Mexican black beans and rice dish, made with black beans, rice, corn salsa, and avocado. The third recipe is for a vegetarian black beans and rice dish, made with black beans, rice, roasted vegetables, and a tangy dressing. All three recipes are easy to follow and can be made with common pantry staples. Whether you are looking for a hearty and flavorful main course or a simple and healthy side dish, these black beans and rice recipes are sure to please.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

BLACK BEAN AND CORN SALSA



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The perfect dip for salsa, chips, tacos, and more.

Provided by Southern Living Editors

Time 30m

Yield Serves 12 (serving size: about 2/3 cup)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 fresh corn kernels (from 5 ears)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 cup chopped red bell pepper (from 1 medium pepper)
2 (15-oz.) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup chopped plum tomatoes (about 2 medium tomatoes [5 oz. total])
1 cup chopped red onion (from 1 small [5 oz.] onion)
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro (from 1 bunch cilantro)
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 2 limes)
1 tablespoon finely chopped jalapeño chile, not seeded (1 small chile)
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Heat a medium cast-iron skillet over medium-high until hot. Add corn and oil; cook, stirring occasionally, until corn is browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Add cumin; cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in bell pepper until combined. Transfer mixture to a large bowl.
  • Add beans, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeño, and salt to corn mixture; toss gently to combine. Let stand 10 minutes. Serve.

BLACK BEAN CHICKEN WITH RICE



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This spicy family favorite calls for just a few basic ingredients, so it's quick and easy to stir up in your skillet on a weeknight. -Molly Newman, Portland, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup frozen corn
1 cup salsa
2 cups hot cooked brown rice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix seasonings; sprinkle over both sides of chicken. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown chicken on both sides., Add beans, corn and salsa to skillet; cook, covered, 10-15 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°. Remove chicken from pan; cut into slices. Serve with bean mixture and rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 670mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

BAJA BLACK BEANS, CORN AND RICE



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A south of the border blend of textures and flavors. serve hot as a main dish or a side dish with grilled meat or chicken.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 cups cooked brown rice
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
4 fresh tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 dashes hot sauce

Steps:

  • Cook brown rice.
  • In a medium bowl, combine black beans, corn, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, jalapeno, lime juice, oil, salt, pepper and hot sauce.
  • To serve, Place a scoop of hot rice in a bowl or on a plate, top with a generous scoop of the black bean mixture.
  • Stir together before eating.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.4, Fat 5.4, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 203, Carbohydrate 78, Fiber 11, Sugar 6.1, Protein 12.4

BLACK BEANS, CORN, AND YELLOW RICE



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I put this together with what I had in my pantry. It makes a lot and is quite inexpensive. Serve with tortilla chips or as a filling for flour tortillas. It's even better the next day.

Provided by tahoegirl

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (8 ounce) package yellow rice mix
1 ¼ cups water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
2 teaspoons lime juice
1 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Bring the rice, water, and olive oil to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender, and the liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Mix together the beans, corn, lime juice, and cumin in a large bowl. Stir in the cooked rice and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 195.1 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

BLACK BEAN AND CORN SALAD



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For a light lunch, try Rachael Ray's Black Bean and Corn Salad recipe from 30 Minute Meals on Food Network. A touch of cumin adds savory warmth to this dish.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can, 14 ounces, black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups frozen corn kernels
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 red onion, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin, half a palm full
2 teaspoons hot sauce, just eyeball the amount (recommended: Tabasco)
1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil, eyeball it
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Let stand at least 15 minutes for corn to fully defrost and flavors to combine, then toss and serve. The corn will also place a quick-chill on this easy side-salad as it defrosts -- no need to refrigerate!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calorie, Fat 8 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 477 milligrams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 4 grams

BLACK BEANS AND RICE



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The perfect meal! Preparation Time: 20 minutes. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association.

Provided by Daisy

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
¾ cup uncooked white rice
1 ½ cups low sodium, low fat vegetable broth
1 teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 ½ cups canned black beans, drained

Steps:

  • In a stockpot over medium-high heat, heat the oil. Add the onion and garlic and saute for 4 minutes. Add the rice and saute for 2 minutes.
  • Add the vegetable broth, bring to a boil, cover and lower the heat and cook for 20 minutes. Add the spices and black beans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 354.4 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

HEATHER'S CILANTRO, BLACK BEAN, AND CORN SALSA



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This is a fun summer recipe that can be served on its own, or with tortilla chips. It is also beautiful, so make sure you have a clear bowl to put it in.

Provided by hvoeltner

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes     Corn Salsa Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 72

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (15 ounce) can yellow corn, drained
1 (15 ounce) can white corn, drained
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes, drained
1 bunch finely chopped cilantro
5 green onions, finely sliced
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
¼ cup lime juice
1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and diced
2 tablespoons olive oil, or to taste

Steps:

  • Stir the yellow and white corn, black beans, tomatoes, cilantro, green onion, red onion, bell pepper, and garlic in a large bowl. Gently mix in the lime juice and avocado. Drizzle with olive oil to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 30 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 84.9 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

BROWN RICE WITH SALSA AND BLACK BEANS



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This is a quick and easy recipe that is great as a cold salad or side. You can use instant brown rice or cook regular brown rice, You can also substitute a different type of bean and vary the salsa depending on how hot you like it. I love the fact that this can be served hot as well as cold and is deliscious either way. It can also be a main dish or a side dish.

Provided by Susan M.

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 25m

Yield 4 cups, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups cooked instant brown rice
1 cup mild salsa
1 cup canned black beans, rinsed
1/2 teaspoon cumin

Steps:

  • Cook the brown rice according to package instructions. If you want to make a cold dish spread it on a cookie sheet to cook fast. Put rice into a mixing bowl and add the salsa, black beans and cumin. Toss all ingredients together and serve either warm or refrigerate and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.6, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 624.1, Carbohydrate 53.2, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 2, Protein 8.4

QUICK BLACK BEANS AND RICE



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Some say beans and rice is the most nutritious and well balanced meal in the world! Try adding your favorite chutney or salsa to this dish when you serve it!

Provided by Kathy Miller

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Beans and Rice Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, undrained
1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 ½ cups uncooked instant brown rice

Steps:

  • In large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high. Add onion, cook and stir until tender. Add beans, tomatoes, oregano and garlic powder. Bring to a boil; stir in rice. Cover; reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.4 calories, Carbohydrate 47.8 g, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 8.8 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 552.4 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Organic black beans, brown rice, and fresh vegetables will make a big difference in the taste of the dish.
  • Rinse the black beans thoroughly before cooking. This will help to remove any dirt or debris and reduce the cooking time.
  • Cook the black beans and rice according to package directions. If you are using dried beans, be sure to soak them overnight before cooking.
  • While the beans and rice are cooking, prepare the corn salsa. This can be done ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to use.
  • Once the beans and rice are cooked, fluff them with a fork and transfer them to a large bowl. Add the corn salsa, black beans, and cilantro, and stir to combine.
  • Serve the black beans and rice immediately, or store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This black beans and rice with corn salsa is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you are looking for a quick and healthy meal, give this recipe a try!

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