"This Spanish Rice and Beans recipe takes one pan, just 30 minutes, and a handful of pantry staples. It’s vegetarian, vegan and gluten free!..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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1 large yellow onion, (finely chopped)
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1 green bell pepper, (cored and chopped)
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Kosher salt
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2 garlic cloves, (minced)
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1 teaspoon smoked (or sweet paprika)
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, (optional)
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2 cups basmati rice or similar long grain rice, (rinsed very well)
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2 (15-ounce) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
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1 (15-ounce) can diced fire roasted tomatoes
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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2 1/2 cups vegetable broth
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1/3 cup sliced green olives, (optional, for garnish)
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1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley, (optional, for garnish)