Bistro Black Beans Rice

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with Bistro Black Beans Rice, a hearty, flavor-packed dish that’s both comforting and quick to make! This one-pan recipe combines fluffy long-grain white rice with tender black beans, aromatic spices like cumin, paprika, and oregano, and the bright tang of lime for a vibrant, restaurant-inspired meal. A savory mix of sautéed onions, garlic, and diced tomatoes brings depth to every bite, while freshly chopped cilantro adds a pop of freshness. With just 10 minutes of prep and simple pantry staples, this vegan-friendly, protein-rich recipe is perfect for a satisfying family dinner or a meal prep favorite. Serve it warm with lime wedges for an irresistible zesty finish!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 15-oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup tomatoes, diced
• 0.5 cup vegetable broth
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 lime, cut into wedges

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice and a pinch of salt. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked and all the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 5

Stir in the black beans, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes to toast the spices and meld the flavors.

Step 6

Add the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth to the skillet. Simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes until the mixture is slightly thickened.

Step 7

Fold the cooked rice into the skillet with the bean mixture, stirring to combine all the ingredients evenly.

Step 8

Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.

Step 9

Serve warm with lime wedges on the side for a zesty squeeze of freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1556.4 grams (1556.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	809

Total Fat 32.20g	41%
Saturated Fat 4.90g	25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2690mg	117%
Total Carbohydrate 107.70g	39%
Dietary Fiber 35.40g	126%
Total Sugars 15.60g
Protein 32.90g	66%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 324mg	25%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 2214mg	47%

*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: 34.0%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 50.6%