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black beans and yellow rice for one

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.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 391
Ingredients Method Notes

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

Method
 

  1. 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.
  2. In a small container, mix together the black beans, corn, and lime juice.
  3. Add the black bean mixture to the seasoned rice and mix until thoroughly combined.
  4. 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.