Cuban Black Beans and Rice Quick

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with this quick and easy Cuban Black Beans and Rice recipe, a satisfying one-pot dish perfect for busy weeknights. Featuring tender black beans simmered with aromatic onion, bell pepper, garlic, and a medley of warm spices like cumin and oregano, this zesty dish is elevated with a splash of red wine vinegar for a tangy finish. Served atop fluffy white or jasmine rice and optionally garnished with fresh cilantro, this recipe comes together in just 30 minutes from start to finish. Packed with plant-based goodness and brimming with authentic Cuban-inspired flavors, it’s a comforting, healthy, and budget-friendly meal the whole family will love. Perfect for vegetarians and meal prep, this recipe is sure to become a weeknight staple!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 15-ounce cans black beans, canned and drained
• 1 cup vegetable broth (or water)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 3 cups white or jasmine rice, cooked
• 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes.

Step 4

Add the drained black beans, vegetable broth, ground cumin, dried oregano, and bay leaf. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the beans simmer uncovered for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Once the beans have thickened slightly, stir in the red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Remove and discard the bay leaf.

Step 7

Serve the black beans over cooked rice. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2055.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1911.2

Total Fat 34.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3293.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 331.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 58.1g	0%
Total Sugars 13.8g
Protein 68.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 475.8mg	0%
Iron 16.5mg	0%
Potassium 2912.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 16.2%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 69.4%