Southwest Rice and Corn Pilaf

Pilaf is a versatile dish that is found in various cuisines around the world, with each region adding its own unique twist.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Southwest Rice and Corn Pilaf

Cooking Method: Sautéing, Simmering Cuisine: Mexican, Southwestern Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Rice
• 1 cup Corn kernels
• 1 cup Black beans
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoon Cilantro
• 2 tablespoon Lime juice

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add diced onion, minced garlic, and diced red bell pepper. Sauté until vegetables are tender.
3. Add cumin, chili powder, and salt. Stir to coat the vegetables.
4. Add rice and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is cooked.
7. Stir in corn kernels, black beans, cilantro, and lime juice.
8. Cover and let rest for 5 minutes.
9. Fluff the rice pilaf with a fork before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 4g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.