Smoky Black Bean and Rice Bowl

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) can canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 3/4 cup cup white rice
• 1.5 cups cups water
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1/2 yellow onion, diced
• 2 tbsp tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp tsp smoked paprika
• 2 cloves cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1/2 tsp tsp salt
• 2 tbsp tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook rice with water and a pinch of salt until tender, about 18 minutes.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté onion and bell pepper for 5-6 minutes until softened.

3. 3

   Add garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika; cook 1 minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Stir in black beans and simmer 5 minutes, mashing a few beans to thicken the sauce.

5. 5

   Season with salt and lime juice, then serve beans over rice and garnish with cilantro.