Black Bean Taco Bowls

Warm, saucy black beans over fluffy rice, with bright salsa and cheese served together or separately.

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Dinner · 20 min total (15 min prep, 5 min cooking) · 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 can Black beans
  • 1.5 cup Long grain rice
  • 8 oz Salsa
  • 4 oz Shredded cheese

How to make it

Some steps are brief. Read all directions first, check ingredient packaging for specific cooking instructions, and confirm doneness and food safety before serving.

  1. Cook the rice following its package directions.
  2. Drain and rinse the beans.
  3. Put the beans in a saucepan with 2 tablespoons of the salsa and a splash of water.
  4. Warm over medium-low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Spoon the rice and beans into bowls.
  6. Add the cheese and remaining salsa, keeping them separate if you prefer.

Check package directions, ingredient suitability and safe cooking temperatures before serving. Timings are estimates.

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