Black beans and rice may be simple, but it’s a tried-and-true, long-standing staple for a reason. It’s simply delicious, high in protein and works as a complete meal or a complementary side for many main dishes. The fresh cilantro and lime juice in this low-effort recipe kicks up the flavor profile. But feel free to customize it with hot sauce, salsa, avocado, jalapeño, cheese or anything you’d like. You can even scoop it up with tortilla chips!
Mexican Black Beans & Rice
Servings 6
Calories 383 kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups rice cooked
- 1-½ cups canned black beans heated and drained
- ¼ tsp. salt
- ⅛ tsp. black pepper
- 1 tsp. cumin
- ¼ tsp. garlic powder
- ½ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 3 Tbsp. lime juice
Instructions
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In bowl, stir together beans, rice and all remaining ingredients.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition Facts
Mexican Black Beans & Rice
Amount Per Serving
Calories 383
Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Sodium 252mg11%
Potassium 273mg8%
Carbohydrates 82g27%
Fiber 4g16%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 9g18%
Vitamin A 106IU2%
Vitamin C 4mg5%
Calcium 51mg5%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.