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Quick and Easy Mexican Rice and Beans | @TspCurry

One Pot Mexican Rice and Beans with Avocado


  • Author: Serena Ball
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x

Description

In just 15 minutes, dinner is served: orange and cumin flavored rice that’s full of whole grains and veggie-packed protein. A new family favorite!


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 ¾ cup Florida orange juice
  • 2 cups instant brown rice
  • 1 can black beans, drained
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1 (10 ounce) container cherry/grape tomatoes
  • Optional toppings: Greek yogurt or sour cream, fresh chives

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes. Add cumin and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in orange juice, ¼ cup water and rice. Bring to a boil, then lower heat to a simmer and cover. Cook for 7 minutes, or until rice is tender.
  2. Stir in black beans and cook 1 minute or until heated through. Serve with avocado and tomatoes and optional toppings.