Easy Spanish Rice and Beans (Mexican Rice)

Easy Spanish Rice and Beans (Mexican Rice)

from liveeatlearn.com
27 min
6 servings

This easy vegan Spanish Rice and Beans recipe is quick to whip up and is a great source of complete proteins!

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp oil (30 mL)
  • 2 cups dry white rice (350 g)
  • ½ cup white onion (chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 3 cups vegetable broth (720 mL)
  • 1 cup salsa (240 g)
  • 1 15-oz can kidney beans (drained and rinsed, 425 g)

Directions

  1. 1

    Toast Rice: Heat oil in a large saute pan over medium/high. Add rice and toast until the grains begin to turn golden brown, stirring often, about 7 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Flavor Makers: Reduce heat to medium and add onion and garlic, continuing to cook until onion is soft.

  3. 3

    Cook Until Tender: Add broth, cover, and cook until rice is tender and broth is absorbed. About 15 minutes.

  4. 4

    Finish: Stir in salsa then beans and serve warm.