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Baja black beans, corn, and rice

Recipe Information

Description:
Baja black beans, corn, and rice is a delicious Mexican recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 20 minutes of prep time and about 25 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 45 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 6 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 6
Preparation Time 20 Minutes
Cook Time 25 Minutes
Total Time 45 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Black Beans; Rice
Category Beans & Legumes; Rice & Grains
Meal Lunch; Dinner; Snack
Type Main Dish; Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Diet

Ingredients

  • 6 cups cooked brown rice

  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained

  • 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained

  • 4 fresh tomatoes, diced

  • 1/2 cup red onion, chopped

  • 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped

  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and diced

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

  • 2 dashes hot sauce

Directions

  • Cook rice according to package directions.

  • Combine black beans, corn, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and hot sauce in a medium-sized bowl.

  • When ready to serve, place rice on a plate and top with black bean mixture. Stir well before eating.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 396 cal

  • Total fat: 5g

  • Saturated fat: 1g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 203mg

  • Carbohydrate: 78g

  • Fiber: 11g

  • Protein: 12g