Hearty Black Beans and Rice with Sausage
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Enjoy a comforting bowl of Hearty Black Beans and Rice with Sausage that’s perfect for busy nights. Try this easy recipe today!
- Author: Daphne
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing/Simmering
- Cuisine: Southern
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 12 ounces turkey sausage (sliced into rounds)
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 1 bell pepper (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 2 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
- 1 lime (cut into wedges, for serving)
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté sliced sausage until browned.
- Add diced onion and bell pepper; cook until soft. Stir in minced garlic.
- Mix in ground cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and chili powder; sauté for 1 minute.
- Add uncooked rice and black beans; pour in chicken broth and stir well. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is tender.
- Fluff with a fork, adjust seasoning if needed, and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg