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Fiesta Rice and Black Beans

This Fiesta Rice and Black Beans is a colorful, nutrient-packed dish that’s quick to prepare and perfect for any gathering!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice:
  • 1 cup long-grain brown rice (or white rice)
  • 1 small yellow onion diced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2-3 each roma tomatoes diced
  • 2 Tbsp taco seasoning
  • 15 oz can tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • 15 oz can black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup sweet corn cooked
Optional toppings:
  • avocado
  • cilantro
  • chipotle crema
  • fresh tomatoes
  • hot sauce
  • dairy-free cheese shreds
  • tortilla strips
  • lime juice

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Can Opener

Method
 

Make Fiesta Rice and Black Beans:
  1. In a large pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add your long-grain brown rice (or white rice), reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 45 minutes for brown rice or 20 minutes for white rice, until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
  2. While the rice is cooking, heat a tablespoon of olive oil in another pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and green bell pepper, sautéing for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
  3. Stir in the diced roma tomatoes and taco seasoning into the sautéed vegetables. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to break down and the spices to become fragrant.
  4. Once the rice is cooked, add it to the vegetable mixture. Pour in the tomato sauce, nutritional yeast, rinsed black beans, and cooked sweet corn. Stir everything until well combined and heated through, about 5 minutes.
  5. Spoon the Fiesta Rice and Black Beans into bowls and let your guests customize their servings with toppings like avocado, cilantro, chipotle crema, hot sauce, and tortilla strips. A squeeze of lime juice on top adds the perfect finishing touch!

Notes

  • Allow leftovers to cool completely before storing in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze in individual portions for up to 3 months; reheat in the microwave or stovetop.
  • Add a splash of water when reheating to prevent drying out.