Skillet Brown Rice And Beans With Heirloom Tomato Salsa Food

HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALSA

Steps:

• Place tomatoes, garlic, red onion, jalapenos, 1/2 cup of cilantro, and 1/4 cup of the oil into a food processor. Pulse until the consistency of the mixture is course, about 5 (1 second) pulses. Transfer to a serving bowl and season with salt and pepper. Garnish the salsa with the remaining cilantro and oil.

BROWN RICE WITH SALSA AND BLACK BEANS

Steps:

• Cook the brown rice according to package instructions. If you want to make a cold dish spread it on a cookie sheet to cook fast. Put rice into a mixing bowl and add the salsa, black beans and cumin. Toss all ingredients together and serve either warm or refrigerate and serve cold.

SKILLET BROWN RICE AND BEANS WITH HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALSA

Steps:

• In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and a pinch of salt and cook until softened and lightly browned, about 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in the corn and cook until lightly browned, about 4 minutes. Stir in the rice, garlic, cumin and cayenne pepper. Cook for 30 seconds, or until just fragrant, stirring constantly. Add the broth to the pot. Bring to a low simmer and cook over low heat, covered, for 25 minutes. Stir every 5-10 minutes.
• Add the black beans to the pan. Cover and simmer until the liquid is fully absorbed, about 20-25 minutes. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
• Meanwhile, toss the heirloom tomatoes, scallions, cilantro and lime juice together in a large bowl. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
• Serve the rice and beans topped with the heirloom tomato salsa.