A colorful skillet dish combining fajita peppers, black beans, and rice for an easy, satisfying meal.
# Components:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
02 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
03 - 1 green bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 jalapeño, deseeded and sliced (optional)
→ Rice & Beans
07 - 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
08 - 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
09 - 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juices
10 - 2.25 cups vegetable broth
→ Spices
11 - 1.5 teaspoons ground cumin
12 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
13 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
14 - 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
15 - 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
16 - 0.5 teaspoon salt, plus additional to taste
17 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
18 - Olive oil or water for cooking
→ Garnishes
19 - 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
20 - 1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)
21 - Sliced avocado or vegan sour cream (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Heat a large deep skillet with lid over medium heat. Add a splash of olive oil or 2-3 tablespoons of water for oil-free cooking.
02 - Add sliced red onion and all bell peppers. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and lightly caramelized.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and sliced jalapeño. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, coriander, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir continuously to coat vegetables evenly and release spice flavors.
05 - Add rinsed rice, drained black beans, diced tomatoes with their juices, and vegetable broth. Stir until all components are well combined.
06 - Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover with lid and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender and all liquid is absorbed. Do not stir during cooking.
07 - Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff gently with a fork to separate grains.
08 - Taste the dish and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
09 - Transfer to serving bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, lime wedges, sliced avocado, or vegan sour cream if desired. Serve immediately.
