Zucchini, Black Bean and Rice Skillet with Tempranillo
INGREDIENTS:
1 tablespoon Olive Oil Or Canola Oil
1 small zucchini, quartered lengthwise, sliced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
1 cup corn (optional)
1 can Whole Black Beans, drained, rinsed
1 can Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes with Garlic, undrained
1 cup water
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tsp cumin
Salt and Pepper, to taste
1/4 cup fresh Cilantro, minced
1/8 cup fresh Orgeano (Optional)
1 cup instant white rice, uncooked
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
DIRECTIONS:
STEP 1: Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini, onion and bell pepper; cook 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally untill sofened. Add beans, undrained tomatoes, water, cumin, oregano and salt & pepper. Increase heat and bring to a boil.
STEP 2: Add rice; stir well. Cover; remove from heat and let stand 7 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
STEP 3: Sprinkle with cheese and garnish with fresh cilantro and Oregano (if you are useing)
Paired with ERCAVIO Tempranillo
Adapted from Ready Set Eat