Black Beans and Yellow Rice

Brighten up your dinner table with this vibrant and hearty Black Beans and Yellow Rice recipe—a classic pairing that’s as flavorful as it is comforting. This dish combines fragrant yellow rice, infused with aromatic turmeric, cumin, and sautéed onions, with tender black beans seasoned lightly with lime juice and black pepper for a satisfying burst of zest. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-pot wonder is perfect as a nutritious side dish or a stand-alone meatless main. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, it’s a beautifully colorful, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly meal that’s easy to customize with your favorite toppings like avocado slices or hot sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping, this recipe will quickly become a staple in your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped yellow onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, turmeric, and cumin, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the rice to the saucepan and stir for 1-2 minutes to coat the grains in the spice mixture.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and add the salt. Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer the rice for 18-20 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 7

While the rice is cooking, place the black beans in a small pot over low heat.

Step 8

Add lime juice, black pepper, and a pinch of salt to the beans, stirring occasionally until heated through, about 5 minutes.

Step 9

Once the rice is finished cooking, fluff it with a fork and stir in the chopped cilantro.

Step 10

Serve the yellow rice on a plate or in a bowl, topped with the seasoned black beans. Optionally, garnish with additional cilantro or lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1246.4 grams (1246.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	893

Total Fat 7.20g	9%
Saturated Fat 1.50g	8%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3496mg	152%
Total Carbohydrate 170.40g	62%
Dietary Fiber 34.20g	122%
Total Sugars 13.00g
Protein 41.10g	82%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 310mg	24%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 2250mg	48%

*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: 7.1%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 74.8%