Easy Black Beans and Rice With Minute Rice

This 30-minute Black Beans and Rice recipe is filled with protein and packed with flavor for a wholesome vegan and gluten-free meal. Delicious and so easy to make, it should be part of your weekly rotation.

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The day has come.

After 6+ years of blogging, I am finally sharing with you one of my the most frequently-made meals in the My Darling Vegan household: 30-minute Black Beans and Rice. I'm not sure why it's taken so long to share this simple and wholesome meal; I suppose sometimes I forget that the most common meals still need recipes. In fact, some of my most popular recipes are among my simplest such as this creamy tomato soup and of course, these perfect vegan pancakes.

And so, without further ado, here we go!

I think you're going to love these 30 minute Black Beans and Rice. They are packed with protein, filled with flavor, and super quick to make. Best of all, this recipe is kid-approved by some of the pickiest eaters I know. It's a meal your family will love AND you can feel great about feeding them.

Let's take a closer look, shall we?

How to Make Black Beans and Rice {Video}

A Complete Protein

You may have heard before that beans and rice are among the few plant-based foods that, when combined, make a complete protein. This means that together they contain the 9 essential amino acids that our bodies cannot produce on their own. While it's not necessary to eat complete proteins at every meal, it is important that everyone, especially those on a plant-based diet, is paying attention to this.

The good news is that creating complete proteins is not hard on a vegan diet. When combining any bean or lentil with a grain like rice, quinoa, or whole wheat, you are getting all 9 essential amino acids, thus a complete protein, in your meal!

Wanna know more? Check out my article on vegan protein.

Recommended Ingredients & Equipment

Making this beans and rice recipe is so simple! They can be made in just 30 minutes for a hearty, protein-packed meal the whole family will love.

Ingredients & Substitutions

Rice - I recommend brown rice because it has more protein and is much lower on the glycemic index than white rice. Brown rice also has great benefits such as being anti-inflammatory and high in important minerals such as magnesium and manganese. However, any rice will do.
Oil - Use a high heat oil like coconut or avocado.
Red Onion
Garlic
Bell Pepper - I prefer red for this recipe but any color will do
Jalapeño - Omit if you are making this meal kid-friendly.
Spices - Cumin, Cayenne, and Salt
Fresh Lime
Black Beans - 1 (15) oz can or ¾ cup dried beans

Recommended Equipment

For this recipe, you will need a small pot (for the rice), a large skillet, and basic kitchen utensils including a chef's knife and cutting board. (<<affiliate links)

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How to Make Black Beans & Rice

Step One - Cook the Rice

Cook rice according to package instructions. While rice is cooking, prepare everything else.

Step Two - Sauté Vegetables

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic and sauté until onions are fragrant and translucent. Add bell peppers, jalapeño, and spices and stir to coat. Once the bell peppers are slightly tender, mix in the black beans.

Step Three - Assemble and Serve

Once the rice is done, add it to the seasoned black bean/veggie mixture and combine.

Serving and Storing

Serve this meal with fresh cilantro and lime. You can serve it inside a tortilla, alongside some crispy tofu, or with lettuce for a complete meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, gently heat over the stovetop or in a microwave. You can also freeze this meal for up to 2 months. When ready to eat, pull it out and let it thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating and serving.

Tips and Tricks

This recipe is highly versatile. You can swap out black beans for kidney beans or pinto beans. You can also free to add any additional veggies such as zucchini, corn, and tomatoes.
Beans and rice can also be made in an Instant Pot. For Instant Pot recipes, use dried beans. Set the manual mode to cook on high for 25 minutes.

More Easy Vegan Dinner Recipes

Lemon Pepper Cauliflower Steak
BBQ Tofu Bowl
Easy Vegan Pad Thai
Udon Noodle Stir Fry
Skinny Fettuccine Alfredo

1 cup brown rice, uncooked
1 tsp oil
1 small red onion, diced
2-3 cloves garlic, minced
½ red bell pepper, chopped
1 small jalapeño, seeded and thinly sliced
1 tsp cumin
¼ tsp cayenne
½ - 1 tsp salt
juice of 1 lime
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed

Cook rice according to package instructions. While rice is cooking, prepare the beans.
Heat oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add onions and garlic and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until translucent and fragrant.
Add bell peppers and jalapeños and stir to combine.
Stir in cumin, cayenne, salt, and lime juice.
Add black beans, stirring until well combined, then bring to a simmer. Simmer for 5 minutes while rice continues to cook. Remove from heat.
Stir in cooked rice and serve immediately with fresh cilantro and lime juice.

Serving and Storing - Serve this meal with fresh cilantro and lime. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, gently heat over the stovetop or in a microwave. You can also freeze this meal for up to 2 months. When ready to eat, pull it out and let it thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating and serving.

Recipe Tips - Beans and rice can also be made in an Instant Pot. For Instant Pot recipes, use dried beans. Set the manual mode to cook on high for 25 minutes.

Variations - You can swap out black beans for kidney beans or pinto beans. You can also free to add any additional veggies such as zucchini, corn, and tomatoes.

If you give this recipe recipe a try, snap a photo and share it on Instagram. Make sure to tag @mydarlingvegan so I can see your creations!

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Easy Black Beans and Rice With Minute Rice

How to Make Black Beans and Rice {Video}

A Complete Protein