Black Beans And Rice Recipe Instant Pot
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Description
This black beans and rice recipe instant pot is a simple and delicious dish that is perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. It is a healthy, vegan, and gluten-free meal that is packed with protein and fiber. The black beans and rice are cooked together in the instant pot, which makes the process quick and easy.Prep Time
The prep time for this black beans and rice recipe instant pot is approximately 10 minutes.Cook Time
The cook time for this black beans and rice recipe instant pot is approximately 25 minutes.Ingredients
- 1 cup of dried black beans, rinsed and sorted
- 1 cup of long-grain white rice
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon of chili powder
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 2 cups of vegetable broth
Equipment
- Instant Pot
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Can opener
- Wooden spoon
Method
- First, rinse and sort the black beans and set aside.
- Turn your Instant Pot on to the sauté setting and add the diced onion, red bell pepper, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
- Add the cumin, chili powder, and salt to the pot and stir to combine with the vegetables.
- Add the rinsed black beans, rice, and vegetable broth to the Instant Pot and stir to combine.
- Close the lid and turn the valve to the sealing position. Set the Instant Pot to manual high pressure for 25 minutes.
- Once the cook time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then use the quick-release method to release any remaining pressure.
- Open the lid and stir the black beans and rice to combine.
- Optional: top with chopped cilantro, avocado, or hot sauce.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- This recipe makes approximately 4-6 servings.
- You can use canned black beans instead of dried if you prefer, but reduce the vegetable broth to 1 cup.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- This recipe can easily be doubled to feed a larger crowd.
Nutrition Info
Calories: 311 | Total Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 868mg | Total Carbohydrate: 63g | Dietary Fiber: 11g | Sugars: 4g | Protein: 14g
Recipe Tips
- For a spicier dish, add a diced jalapeño pepper to the pot with the onion and bell pepper.
- If you don't have vegetable broth, you can use water instead, but the dish will have less flavor.
- Be sure to rinse and sort the black beans before using to remove any debris or stones.
- If you prefer a softer texture to your rice, add an extra 1/2 cup of vegetable broth to the pot.
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