Spanish Rice And Beans Recipe
This Spanish Rice and Beans recipe is a flavorful and satisfying dish that is perfect for a hearty meal. The combination of rice, beans, and a variety of spices creates a delicious and comforting dish that is easy to make.
- Author: Elena
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Spanish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Main Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp oil (use veggie broth if you avoid oil)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
Spices:
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Pinch of red pepper flakes
- Salt & black pepper to taste
Other Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups (300 g) white rice, uncooked
- 1 ¼ cups (300 ml) vegetable broth or more, depending on rice variety
- 1 ¼ cups (300 g) salsa
- 1 (15 oz) can (270 g) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup (65 g) green olives, halved (optional)
- Fresh herbs to garnish, e.g. cilantro or parsley
- Soak Rice: Add the rice to a bowl with cold or lukewarm water and let it soak for at least 10 minutes (30 minutes recommended), then discard the water. Meanwhile, chop the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and prep other ingredients.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat oil in a skillet or pot, add onion, bell pepper, and sauté. Stir in garlic and spices.
- Cook Rice: Add rice, salsa, and veggie broth. Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes without stirring.
- Adjust Seasonings: Remove from heat, adjust seasonings, stir in beans & olives, garnish with herbs, and serve.
Notes
- Check the video in the blog post for visual instructions.
- Adjust vegetable broth and salsa quantity based on rice variety.
- Jasmine or Basmati rice cook faster than brown rice.
- Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Spanish Rice, Beans, Vegan, Vegetarian, Spanish Cuisine