Easy Mexican Black Beans and Rice Recipe

Name: Easy Mexican Black Beans and Rice Recipe
Total time: 30 mins
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons coconut oil; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 1 tomato, chopped; 0.5 cup frozen corn; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro; 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained; 0.5 cup mild salsa; 0.25 cup water, or as needed; 2 cups cooked white rice; salt to taste

Looking for a flavorful and easy recipe? This Mexican rice and black beans dish is the answer! Enjoy it as a satisfying main course or a delicious side. Feel free to add your favorite cheese, like Cheddar or Parmesan, and serve with hot sauce, tortilla chips, or avocado for an extra kick.

Total time30 mins
Prep time10 mins
Cook time20 mins
Yield4

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Instructions

Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and coriander; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add celery; cook and stir until softened, 3 to 5 minutes.
Add tomato, corn, oregano, and cilantro; stir to coat. Stir in black beans and salsa; bring to a simmer and cook for 10 to 15 minutes, adding water as needed to keep mixture saucy.
Off heat, stir in cooked rice until coated; season with salt.

Nutrition

Calories: 304 kcal
Fat Content: 8 g
Fiber Content: 10 g
Sugar Content: 3 g
Sodium Content: 669 mg
Protein Content: 11 g
Carbohydrate Content: 50 g
Saturated Fat Content: 6 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g