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Budget-Friendly Black Bean & Corn Rice

Easy Budget-Friendly Black Bean & Corn Rice for Flavor Packed Meals

A delicious and nutritious Budget-Friendly Black Bean & Corn Rice recipe that combines simple ingredients for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Base
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice rinsed
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Beans & Corn Mixture
  • 1 can canned black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup sweet corn kernels canned or frozen
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
To Garnish & Customize
  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 lime lime wedges for squeezing
  • 1 sour cream or Greek yogurt optional

Equipment

  • Pot
  • skillet

Method
 

For the Rice Base
  1. Rinse 1 cup long-grain rice under cold water until water runs clear, about 1–2 minutes.
  2. In a medium pot, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add rinsed rice, toast 1–2 minutes until lightly golden. Pour in broth, cover, reduce to simmer 18–20 minutes.
For the Beans & Corn Mixture
  1. Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chopped onion 3–4 minutes until translucent, then stir in minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Stir in drained black beans and corn kernels, cook 3–5 minutes until heated through and colors blend. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
To Assemble & Serve
  1. Fluff rice with a fork to separate grains. Gently fold the beans and corn mixture into the rice until evenly distributed.
  2. Divide into bowls and top with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Squeeze lime just before eating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish can be served as a side or main and is great for meal prep. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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