Rice and Beans

Ingredients

• Lime (1, juiced)
• Cilantro (2 tablespoons, chopped)
• Vegetable broth (2 cups)
• Black pepper (1/4 teaspoon)
• Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
• Paprika (1 teaspoon)
• Cumin (1 teaspoon)
• Bell pepper (1 medium, diced)
• Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
• Onion (1 medium, diced)
• Black beans (1 can, drained and rinsed)
• White rice (1 cup)

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat the vegetables with the spices.
4. Add the white rice and stir to combine with the vegetables and spices.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
7. Stir in the black beans and cook for an additional 5 minutes, until heated through.
8. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice.
9. Serve hot and enjoy!