TEXI-FIED BLACK BEANS AND BROWN RICE

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Made this up in my kitchen and even my meat loving husband enjoyed this and went back for more!

Provided by Kari Skrypek

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Beans and Rice Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, diced
½ cup diced red bell pepper
1 tomato, diced, divided
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
½ cup water
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 cup cooked brown rice, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion, red bell pepper, 1/2 of the tomato, and garlic until onion is translucent, 5 to 10 minutes. Mix black beans, water, salt, chili powder, paprika, and black pepper into onion mixture; simmer until heated through, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove saucepan from heat and stir cilantro and remaining tomatoes into bean mixture; serve over brown rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.4 calories, Carbohydrate 70.1 g, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 19.5 g, Protein 17.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 1998.1 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

Treza Murungi256
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This recipe is a great example of how easy and delicious vegetarian cooking can be.


Abdulrahman Abdullahi
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I can't wait to try this recipe with different beans and grains.


Jaanthony Williams
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I made this recipe in my slow cooker and it turned out perfect. It's a great hands-off meal.


Catherine Hawkins
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover black beans and brown rice.


Faizan Babaa
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I'm new to cooking Tex-Mex food and this recipe was a great place to start. It was easy to follow and the results were delicious.


Kimberly Myhre
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This dish is a great source of protein and fiber. It's a healthy and satisfying meal.


Kgothatsolenn Molokomme
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I used brown rice instead of white rice and it worked out great. This recipe is very adaptable.


Emihle Zungu
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I'm not a fan of cilantro, so I omitted it from the recipe. It was still very flavorful.


Early Rae
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This recipe was a little too spicy for me, but I was able to tone it down by using less chili powder.


Khadija Abourial
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I added some chopped avocado to my bowl and it was delicious. This recipe is so versatile, you can really add whatever you like.


Kadiza Kadiza
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This dish is perfect for meal prep. I make a big batch on the weekend and then eat it throughout the week.


Prodip Biswas
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I love that this recipe is vegetarian and still so flavorful. It's a great option for meatless Mondays.


Lea Szalay
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


tammy burks
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a winner. It's a great weeknight meal because it's quick and easy to make.


Gifty Wriedu
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about it.


ripon monir
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This dish was a hit with my family. Even my picky kids loved it!


NH GAMER
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I'm not usually a fan of black beans, but this recipe changed my mind. The beans were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful without being too spicy.


Tyqwane Francois
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This recipe was so easy to follow and the results were delicious! I loved the combination of black beans and brown rice, and the Tex-Mex flavors were perfect.