Hearty Bean & Rice Pot

A simple, hearty main that brings together tender rice and flavourful beans. Quick to prepare and naturally gluten-free and vegan, it makes a wonderfully comforting meal. This nourishing dish is perfect for a satisfying supper.

Bases & Sides
Vegetarian
Vegan

Kitchen craft & tools

  • A sturdy, protective surface for all your dicing, slicing, and ingredient prep.
    Chopping Board
  • The primary heat source for all stovetop boiling, frying, and simmering.
    Cooktop
  • Your primary kitchen blade for general dicing, chopping, and versatile prep work.
    Cutting Knife
  • Medium-sized pot with a handle, ideal for sauces or heating small liquids.
    Saucepan
  • A reliable manual tool to access preserved pantry staples and tinned goods.
    Can Opener

Quick info

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Servings 4
DifficultySimple
Hearty Bean & Rice Pot

Ingredients

  • 1canned black beans(Pantry)
  • 1canned chopped tomatoes(Pantry)
  • 2 tspchili powder(Pantry)
  • 1 tspground cumin(Herbs & Spices)
  • 1 tspBlack Pepper(Herbs & Spices)
  • 1 tspOlive Oil(Pantry)
  • 1 cupOnion(Produce)
  • 1 cupWhite Rice(Pantry)
  • 3 Tbspwater(Other)

Instructions

Warm olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add onions; sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 15-20 minutes. Cook until rice is fluffy and liquid absorbed.
Serve with salsa, cheese, or sour cream.