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Spanish Rice and Beans

Spanish Rice And Beans

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Spanish Rice and Beans is a delightful, one-pot dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Latin cuisine to your dinner table. Perfectly seasoned with spices and fresh ingredients, this comforting meal is not only easy to prepare but also caters to various dietary preferences, making it suitable for vegetarians, vegans, and meat-eaters alike. Ready in about 35 minutes, this gluten-free and dairy-free recipe packs a nutritious punch with wholesome ingredients like rice, beans, and vegetables. Serve it as a main course or a side dish; either way, it’s sure to please everyone!

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp oil (or vegetable broth)
  • 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper (chopped)
  • 34 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes
  • Salt & black pepper (to taste)
  • 1.5 cups white rice (uncooked)
  • 1.25 cups vegetable broth
  • 1.25 cups salsa
  • 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
  • Fresh herbs (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Soak the rice in cold water for at least 10 minutes; drain.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and bell pepper until softened.
  3. Add minced garlic and spices; cook for an additional minute.
  4. Stir in soaked rice, salsa, and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
  5. Cover tightly and reduce heat to low; simmer for 15–20 minutes until rice is tender.
  6. Adjust seasonings as needed; gently stir in kidney beans and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

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