Best 6 Black Beans N Rice Recipes

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Black beans and rice, a classic combination of flavors and textures, is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. From the traditional Cuban black beans and rice to the more modern vegetarian black beans and rice, there are endless variations to suit every taste. This article presents a collection of black beans and rice recipes that are sure to satisfy everyone.

The first recipe is a classic Cuban black beans and rice, made with black beans, rice, sofrito, and spices. This hearty and flavorful dish is a staple of Cuban cuisine and is often served with roasted pork or chicken. The second recipe is a vegetarian black beans and rice, made with black beans, rice, vegetables, and spices. This healthy dish is a great option for those who are looking for a meatless meal. The third recipe is a black beans and rice salad, made with black beans, rice, vegetables, and a tangy dressing. This refreshing salad is perfect for a summer cookout or potluck. Finally, the fourth recipe is a black beans and rice soup, made with black beans, rice, vegetables, and a flavorful broth. This comforting soup is perfect for a cold winter day.

Let's cook with our recipes!

BLACK BEANS AND RICE



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Provided by Ingrid Hoffmann

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup olive oil
2 onions, finely chopped
2 green bell peppers, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
4 bay leaves
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 cups long-grain white rice
4 (14-ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
2 (14-ounce) cans diced tomatoes with green chiles drained
2 cups water
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and add the oil. Stir in the onions, peppers, garlic, bay leaves and cumin. Stir and cook for 8 minutes.
  • Stir in the rice, black beans, tomatoes, water, vinegar and salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 40 minutes or until the rice is tender. Serve hot.

BEST BLACK BEANS AND RICE



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Here's how to make the best black beans and rice! This classic Latin-style side dish is perfect with tacos or as a lunch idea.

Provided by Sonja Overhiser

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups cooked (1 cup dry) white long grain rice
1 medium sweet onion
1 green bell pepper
6 garlic cloves
2 15-ounce cans black beans or (or 3 cups cooked or Instant Pot black beans)
2 tablespoons salted butter (substitute olive oil for vegan)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons oregano
1 teaspoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons lime juice (juice of 1 lime)
Fresh cilantro, for a garnish

Steps:

  • Start the rice: use How to Cook Basmati Rice or Instant Pot White Rice.
  • Mince the onion. Chop the pepper into a small dice. Mince the garlic.
  • Drain and rinse the beans.
  • In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium high heat. Once melted, add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the onions are translucent and lightly browned. Add the beans, cumin, oregano, and kosher salt and stir to combine. Cook for 3 minutes until warmed and fragrant, then stir in rice for 1 minute until heated through.
  • Remove from the heat and add the lime juice. Serve garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Sugar 1.6 g, Sodium 662.5 mg, Fat 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Carbohydrate 38.2 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 7.7 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg

QUICK AND EASY BLACK BEANS AND RICE



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This is a recipe I use in lieu of kidney beans and rice because I just happen to love the flavor of black beans. We never have leftovers of this side dish!

Provided by Paula

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Beans and Rice Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups water
1 (15.5 ounce) can black beans
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 beef bouillon cube
1 cup rice
½ teaspoon Creole seasoning, or to taste
½ teaspoon dried cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic in hot oil until softened, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Stir water, black beans, cumin, and beef bouillon cube into the onion and garlic mixture; bring to a boil, add rice, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and the moisture is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
  • Gently stir Creole seasoning and cilantro into the beans and rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.3 calories, Carbohydrate 39.9 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 468.7 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

BLACK BEANS AND RICE



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Bonnie Baumgardner often serves this quick skillet side dish to delighted guests at her Sylva, North Carolina home. "It tastes so delicious it's hard to believe it's good for you," she exclaims. "And it's hearty enough to serve as a meatless main dish."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon tomato sauce
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup cooked long grain rice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a nonstick skillet that has been coated with cooking spray, saute the onion, green and red peppers, garlic, basil and pepper until tender. Stir in tomato sauce. Add the beans, rice and vinegar; heat through. Transfer to a serving dish; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 396mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ONE-POT RICE AND BEANS



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Not only is rice with beans adored the world over (see: gallo pinto, khichdi, hoppin' John and Caribbean rice and peas), it even has its own Wikipedia page. This deeply flavored rendition is inspired by these comforting traditions and a desire to wash as few dishes as possible: The rice cooks with the beans and the starchy liquid they're canned in. As the two ingredients cook together, the beans disperse and glom onto the rice. For an extra kick, sauté chopped jalapeño with the onions, or add 1/4 cup salsa with the stock.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, weekday, weeknight, beans, main course, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped (about 1 ¼ cups)
1 3/4 cups chicken or vegetable stock or water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup long-grain rice
1 (15.5-ounce) can black or pinto beans
Lime wedges or cilantro leaves, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan or Dutch oven with a tight-fitting lid, warm the olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the stock, cover and bring to a boil.
  • Add the salt, rice and beans (including the liquid). Stir just to combine, then cover.
  • Turn the heat down as low as it will go, then let simmer, undisturbed, for 18 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit for 4 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper, then garnish with lime or cilantro as you wish.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 410, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 739 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

BLACK BEANS 'N' RICE



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"A co-worker who was born in Cuba helped me perfect the recipe for this hearty dish," reports Helen Simms of Lyons, Michigan. "Now it's one of our family's favorites. It's also a great way to use up leftover holiday ham."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound dried black beans, rinsed
7 cups water
1 cup diced fully cooked lean ham
5 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/4 teaspoons pepper
1-1/4 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke, optional
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups uncooked long grain rice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons olive oil
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
3/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
2 tablespoons chopped jalapeno peppers

Steps:

  • Place beans in a Dutch oven or soup kettle; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 hour. Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid., Return to the pan. Add 7 cups water, ham, garlic, pepper, cumin, salt, bay leaf and liquid smoke if desired. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours or until beans are tender., Meanwhile, in a saucepan, bring broth and rice to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is tender., Just before serving, discard bay leaf from bean mixture; add vinegar and oil. Serve over rice. Sprinkle each serving with 1 tablespoon cheese, 1 tablespoon red pepper and 1 teaspoon jalapenos.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 843mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use canned or pre-cooked black beans: This will save you time and effort. If using dried beans, soak them overnight or for at least 6 hours before cooking.
  • Rinse the black beans thoroughly before cooking: This will help to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Add salt and cumin to the black beans while cooking: This will help to flavor the beans.
  • Cook the black beans until they are tender: This will usually take about 30 minutes if using canned beans or 1 hour if using dried beans.
  • Cook the rice according to the package instructions: This will usually take about 15 minutes.
  • Serve the black beans and rice with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings include sour cream, salsa, avocado, and shredded cheese.
  • Experiment with different ingredients: You can add other ingredients to your black beans and rice, such as corn, bell peppers, and onions.
  • Make a vegetarian version: You can omit the chicken or beef from this recipe to make a vegetarian version.

Conclusion:

Black beans and rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is also a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make this dish at home. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give black beans and rice a try!

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