Description
This flavorful Spanish Rice and Beans recipe is a satisfying and easy-to-make dish that combines aromatic spices, tender rice, hearty beans, and savory salsa for a delicious meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp oil (use veggie broth if avoiding oil)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Pinch of red pepper flakes
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups (300 g) white rice, uncooked
- 1 ¼ cups (300 ml) vegetable broth, or more as needed
- 1 ¼ cups (300 g) salsa
- 1 can (15 oz / 270 g) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup (65 g) green olives, halved (optional)
- Fresh herbs for garnish, e.g. cilantro or parsley
Instructions
- Soak Rice: Place rice in a bowl of cold or lukewarm water and soak for at least 10 minutes. Discard the water.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet or pot, heat oil and sauté onion and bell pepper. Add garlic and spices, sauté briefly.
- Add Rice and Liquids: Stir in rice, salsa, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
- Simmer: Cover and simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes without stirring.
- Adjust Seasonings: Taste and adjust seasonings. Stir in beans and olives. Garnish with herbs.
- Serve: Enjoy your flavorful Spanish Rice and Beans!
Notes
- For rice varieties with longer cooking times, you may need to adjust the amount of vegetable broth and salsa.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Spanish Rice and Beans, Easy Recipe, Vegetarian, Rice and Beans
