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Classic and Simple: Black Beans and Rice

Crafted with ease and taste in mind, this recipe is a great choice.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 20 mins
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 424 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 medium green bell pepper seeded and chopped
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 5-6 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 2 cans cans (16-ounces each) black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • ¾ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 4-5 cups hot cooked white or brown rice

Instructions

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  1. In a medium saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the bell pepper, onion and garlic and saute, stirring often, for about 15 minutes, until all the vegetables are soft and tender. Stir in the beans, tomatoes, chicken broth, thyme, bay leaf, oregano and water; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the vegetables are tender, about 45 minutes. If the mixture becomes too thick, add a tablespoon or two of hot water to thin to desired consistency.
  2. Stir in the fresh cilantro and season with salt and pepper; discard the bay leaf. Serve over the hot rice.
  3. For an electric pressure cooker, use the Saute function to heat the oil. Cook the bell pepper, onion, and garlic, stirring often, for several minutes, until tender. Stir in the beans, tomatoes, chicken broth, thyme, bay leaf, oregano, and water. Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes. Quick release the pressure. If you want the mixture thicker, continue cooking using the Saute function until the mixture is thick (stir often to prevent sticking). Stir in the cilantro and season to taste with salt and pepper, if needed.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Serving Calories 424kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 79g (26%) Protein 19g (38%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 125mg (5%) Fiber 15g (60%) Sugar 4g (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 424

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 Serving
Calories 424kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 79g 26%
Protein 19g 38%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 125mg 5%
Fiber 15g 60%
Sugar 4g 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.