Brown and Wild Rice Medley with Black Beans

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup brown rice, uncooked
• 1 cup wild rice, uncooked
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the brown rice, wild rice, black beans, onion, bell pepper, cilantro, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Bring to a boil over high heat.
3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the rice is tender and all the liquid has been absorbed.
4. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 220 per serving
• Protein: 9 grams per serving
• Fiber: 5 grams per serving

Dish Characteristics:

• Hearty and flavorful
• Packed with protein and fiber
• Perfect as a side dish to grilled meats, fish, or chicken
• Can be made ahead of time and reheated when ready to serve

User Comments:

• "This rice medley is so delicious and easy to make. I love the combination of brown and wild rice, and the black beans add a nice burst of flavor."
• "I made this for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about how good it tasted."
• "This is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a healthy and filling meal."
• "I'm not a big fan of rice, but I really enjoyed this dish. The flavors are amazing."
• "This rice medley is a staple in my house. It's a versatile side dish that goes well with almost anything."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to rinse the black beans thoroughly before using. This will remove any excess salt and help to reduce the cooking time.
• If you don't have wild rice on hand, you can substitute long grain brown rice.
• For a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the saucepan.
• This rice medley can be made ahead of time and reheated in the microwave or oven.