Warm Black Bean & Rice Fiesta Skillet
A 20-minute vegetarian pantry skillet packed with spiced black beans, tender rice, salsa, and melted cheddar.
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5 mins
15 mins
20 mins
Easy
A 20-minute vegetarian pantry skillet packed with spiced black beans, tender rice, salsa, and melted cheddar.
Ingredients
(8 items)- [ ]2 cans (15 oz each), rinsed and drained Canned black beans
- [ ]2 cups Cooked white or brown rice
- [ ]1 cup Jarred salsa or canned diced tomatoes
- [ ]1 tsp Ground cumin
- [ ]1/2 tsp Garlic powder or 2 minced cloves
- [ ]1 cup Shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese
- [ ]1 tbsp Olive oil
- [ ]To taste Salt and pepper
Substitutions:
- • Black beans → Pinto beans or red kidney beans
- • Cheddar cheese → Vegan cheese or diced avocado
Instructions
- 1.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 2.
Add rinsed black beans, cooked rice, salsa, cumin, and garlic powder. Stir well to combine.
- 3.
Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is hot and bubbling.
- 4.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5.
Spread mixture evenly, top with shredded cheese, cover with a lid for 3 minutes until cheese is completely melted and bubbly.
- 6.
Serve warm with tortilla chips or spoon into warm tortillas.
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Ingredients
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add rinsed black beans, cooked rice, salsa, cumin, and garlic powder. Stir well to combine.
Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is hot and bubbling.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Spread mixture evenly, top with shredded cheese, cover with a lid for 3 minutes until cheese is completely melted and bubbly.
Serve warm with tortilla chips or spoon into warm tortillas.
Ingredient Substitutions
- If you don't have Black beans: replace with Pinto beans or red kidney beans.
- If you don't have Cheddar cheese: replace with Vegan cheese or diced avocado.
Food Safety & Leftovers
Safe Temperatures: Ensure poultry reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), ground beef 160°F (71°C), and eggs are cooked until whites are completely set.
Cooking Notes
Tips and food-safety notes for this recipe
- ✓Mash about 1/4 of the black beans against the bottom of the pan to create a creamier, richer texture.
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