Description
Hearty Black Beans and Rice with Sausage is a delicious one-pot meal that brings together the rich flavors of smoky sausage, tender black beans, and fluffy rice. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this dish is not just quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. In under 40 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that’s naturally gluten-free and budget-friendly. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or hosting friends, this comforting recipe will surely impress!
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 12 ounces smoked sausage (sliced into rounds)
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 1 bell pepper (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 2 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
- 1 lime (cut into wedges, for serving)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and bell pepper until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in smoked sausage and cook until browned, around 5–7 minutes.
- Add cumin, paprika, oregano, and chili powder; mix well.
- Incorporate uncooked rice and chicken broth; season with salt and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer for about 20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Fold in rinsed black beans and heat through for another 5 minutes.
- Serve hot with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg