Black Beans and Rice

Ingredients:

• 1 cup white rice, uncooked
• 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped sweet onion
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 3/4 cup tomato sauce
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 tablespoons vinegar

Instructions:

1. Gather the ingredients.
2. To prepare rice, combine rice and water in a large saucepan over high heat. Bring water to a boil, and then turn heat down to medium and simmer for twenty minutes, or until rice is tender.
3. To prepare beans, pour oil into a large heavy skillet, and heat over medium-high heat. Add peppers, onion, and garlic. Continue cooking for 8 minutes, or until vegetables are tender and onions are translucent.
4. Add tomato sauce, ground cumin, oregano, and salt. Turn heat to medium, and simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Add black beans and vinegar and simmer an additional 10 minutes.​
6. To serve, spoon about 1/3 cup of cooked rice into each bowl, and then ladle beans equally into each bowl. Serve immediately and top with chopped tomatoes, avocado, salsa, or shredded cheese.

Per Serving Calories 259, Fat 3 grams, Pro 10 grams, Carbs 48 grams