Black Beans and Yellow Rice for One
This high protein, high fiber meal not only makes for a yummy lunch on its own, but it also makes for a great burrito filling or side for Mexican cuisine.
Ingredients
- 100 Grams Rice, Uncooked (1/2 Cup)
- 2 Grams Chicken Bouillon (1/2 Teaspoon)
- 1 Gram Ground Cumin (1/4 Teaspoon)
- 1 Gram Turmeric (1/4 Teaspoon)
- 1 Gram Paprika (1/4 Teaspoon)
- 2 Grams Garlic Salt (1/2 Teaspoon)
- 2 Grams Onion Powder (1/2 Teaspoon)
- 82 Grams Corn (1/2 Cup)
- 129 Grams Black Beans (3/4 Cup)
- 4 Grams Lime Juice (1 Teaspoon)
Additional Toppings
- Cilantro To Taste
- Cheddar Cheese To Taste
- Tomato, Chopped or Diced To Taste
- Diced Green Onions To Taste
- Bell Pepper, Chopped or Diced To Taste
- Avocado, Chunked To Taste
- Cooked Chicken, Beef, or Pork To Taste
- Sour Cream To Taste
Instructions
- In a Dash mini rice cooker, prepare 1/2 cup rice and stir in in chicken bouillon, ground cumin, turmeric, paprika, garlic salt, and onion powder. Set it to cook.
- In a small container, mix together the black beans, corn, and lime juice.
- Add the black bean mixture to the seasoned rice and mix until thoroughly combined.
- Top with green onions, cheddar cheese, cilantro, avocado chunks, or serve with a side of chicken, beef, or pork.
Notes
Feel free to try different vegetables and seasonings to suit your tastes and preferences. Spinach or lettuce can turn this recipe into a salad. Or, melting cheese over the top could turn it into a dip for chips. If you want, add cayenne or red pepper flakes for a spicier side dish.