Easy Black Bean & Rice Skillet

This black bean and rice skillet is an easy one-pot dinner recipe made with pantry staples! This gluten-free recipe is packed with flavour for a hearty vegetarian meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon avocado or olive oil

• 1/4 cup diced red onion

• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

• 1/2 tsp dried oregano

• 1 1/2 cups cooked black beans (or 1-15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained)

• 2 cups cooked brown rice

• 1 10-oz can fire roasted diced tomatoes, drained

• 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

• Optional: fresh cilantro, sliced jalapeno peppers, green onions to garnish.

Instructions:

1. Heat the oil in an oven-safe 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion and paprika about 3 minutes.

2. Add the black beans, rice and tomatoes to the skillet. Stir until combined and heated through, about 3-5 minutes.

3. Set oven to broil. Sprinkle with the shredded cheese. Broil on high 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts or is starting to turn golden brown.

4. Serve warm topped with your favourite garnishes like cilantro, jalapeno peppers, avocado and green onions.