Easiest climate-friendly comfort food: Black Beans and Rice
This meal is by far the simplest meal on the blog—it can literally take under five minutes to prep! If you are literally too tired to chop garlic, or even to call in for food delivery, this is the meal for you. Also, it can be made with just a few items you probably keep on hand. Beans can be a staple food for those trying to lessen environmental impact. Not only do they have low carbon, nitrogen, and water footprints, functionally, they can replace foods with much higher impact, such as beef. So, for a while, I’ve been on the lookout for a delicious and simple bean recipe for days when I am really squeezed for time. I wanted a meal that I would really look forward to eating, that would be healthier than take out, but wouldn’t require much energy. This recipe was a success for the whole family!
Servings Prep Time
2 to 3servings 5min
Cook Time
10 min
Servings Prep Time
2 to 3servings 5min
Cook Time
10 min
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Put all ingredients in a bowl.
  2. Bring to a boil, and then simmer until heated through and the flavors have had a chance to meld with the beans.
Recipe Notes

Serve with a grain and a simple salad for a quick and very satisfying meal. We most recently had these beans in a great bowl with rice, avocado, and tomatoes. If you don’t have rice, or are trying to increase your greens, just serve these beans along with greens. Add hot sauce and/or lime, as you like.