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Mediterranean Rice and Beans

A hearty, healthy one-pot Mediterranean rice and beans recipe packed with flavor, protein, and simple ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 can cannellini beans drained and rinsed
Flavor Base
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Rinse rice under cold water until clear.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
  3. Add spices, beans, tomatoes, rice, and broth, then simmer until cooked.

Notes

Add lemon juice and fresh herbs at the end for best flavor.