No Soak Pressure Cooker Rice and Beans

Effortlessly whip up a hearty and nutritious meal with this No Soak Pressure Cooker Rice and Beans recipe! Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines tender black beans and fluffy white rice, cooked to perfection in one pot without the hassle of pre-soaking. Infused with aromatic spices like cumin and paprika, and elevated with sautéed onion, garlic, and a touch of tomato paste, this recipe delivers bold, savory flavors with minimal effort. Ready in just 35 minutes, thanks to the magic of the pressure cooker, this all-in-one meal is comforting, gluten-free, and rich in plant-based protein. Serve it warm with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for an easy and delicious family dinner that’s sure to please!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Dry black beans
• 1.5 cups White rice (long grain or basmati)
• 4 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 unit Bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dry black beans under cold running water to remove any debris.

Step 2

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear and set aside.

Step 3

Set your pressure cooker to sauté mode and heat the olive oil.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Then add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute.

Step 5

Stir in the cumin powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper, and cook for 30 seconds to toast the spices.

Step 6

Add the tomato paste and mix well with the onions and spices.

Step 7

Pour in the water and scrape the bottom of the pot to deglaze any browned bits.

Step 8

Add the rinsed black beans and bay leaf to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 9

Lock the pressure cooker lid in place and set it to high pressure for 25 minutes.

Step 10

Once the time is up, perform a quick release to safely release the pressure.

Step 11

Open the lid and stir in the rinsed rice. Ensure the rice is fully submerged in the liquid.

Step 12

Lock the lid back in place and set the pressure cooker to high pressure for 6 minutes.

Step 13

Once the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes before performing a quick release.

Step 14

Carefully open the lid, fluff the rice and beans with a fork, and remove the bay leaf.

Step 15

Serve warm, garnished with chopped cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1633.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1183.9

Total Fat 4.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4796.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 233.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.5g	0%
Total Sugars 10.3g
Protein 55.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 438.5mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 3754.4mg	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: 3.2%

Protein: 18.7%

Carbs: 78.1%