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Mediterranean Rice and Beans

Mediterranean rice and beans in a skillet with fresh parsley, dill, and lemon
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A vibrant one-pan Mediterranean rice and beans recipe packed with chickpeas, cannellini beans, fresh herbs, and lemon. Naturally vegan, gluten-free, and ready in about 35 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans or great northern beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 1 3/4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and diced red bell pepper. Cook for 2 more minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in chickpeas, cannellini beans, undrained diced tomatoes, uncooked rice, vegetable broth, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes if using. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover tightly and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed. Do not lift the lid during cooking.
  5. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes.
  6. Fluff rice with a fork and stir in fresh parsley, dill, and lemon juice.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Do not lift the lid while simmering. This keeps the steam in for evenly cooked rice.
  • For brown rice, add 1/2 cup extra broth and increase simmering time to 40 to 45 minutes.
  • For a creamier texture, lightly mash about a quarter of the beans before adding to the pot.
  • Fresh herbs are strongly recommended. Substitute with 1 teaspoon dried parsley and 1/2 teaspoon dried dill if needed.

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