Dairy-Free Rice with Black Beans

Savor the wholesome goodness of Dairy-Free Rice with Black Beans, a flavorful, plant-based dish that's as easy to make as it is satisfying! This vibrant recipe combines fluffy long-grain white rice and tender black beans with a symphony of bold seasonings like smoked paprika, cumin, and lime juice for a perfectly balanced bite. Cooked in savory vegetable broth and complemented by sweet bell peppers, aromatic garlic, and the zest of fresh cilantro, this dairy-free meal is packed with protein, fiber, and deliciousness. Ready in just 35 minutes and perfect for vegans and anyone seeking a healthy, comforting option, this one-pot wonder is ideal as a hearty main course or versatile side dish. Bright, nutritious, and bursting with flavor—this dish will quickly become a dinnertime favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 15-ounce can canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 lime lime, juiced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and chopped bell pepper and cook for another 2 minutes, until the garlic is fragrant and the bell pepper has softened slightly.

Step 4

Add the rice to the saucepan and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently, to lightly toast the rice.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.

Step 6

After 15 minutes, add the drained and rinsed black beans, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Cover the saucepan again and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and all the liquid is absorbed.

Step 8

Remove from heat and stir in the lime juice.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1413.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1179.2

Total Fat 35.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3100.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 178.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.8g	0%
Total Sugars 17.4g
Protein 42.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 322.9mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 2516.7mg	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: 26.6%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 59.3%