Cilantro-Lime Black Bean Rice is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings together the zesty flavors of lime and fresh cilantro with hearty black beans and fluffy rice. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also versatile, making it an excellent choice for a vegetarian side dish or a base for grain bowls.
Ingredients
Scale:
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt, to taste
2 cups vegetable broth (or water)
Juice of 2 limes, about 4 tablespoons total
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
Avocado slices, for serving
Extra lime wedges, for garnish
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the rice and toast it for about 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until it becomes slightly golden and fragrant.
Add the vegetable broth, black beans, cumin, garlic powder, and salt to the pan. Stir well to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the saucepan with a lid and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid.
Once the rice is cooked, remove the pan from heat. Fluff the rice gently with a fork, separating the grains to ensure a light texture. Stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro, adjusting salt to taste.
For extra flavor, fold in the corn at this stage, allowing it to warm through with the residual heat. Serve hot, and garnish with additional cilantro and lime wedges.
