DINNER IN 25 MINUTES
PANTRY-FRIENDLY
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Step 1
Cook onion and garlic in olive oil until soft.
DINNER IN 25 MINUTES
PANTRY-FRIENDLY
VEGETARIAN · DINNER
Tomato Bean Rice Skillet
Tomato Bean Rice Skillet recipe with rice, beans, and tomatoes. A simple 25-minute dinner with clear, step-by-step instructions.
Total time25 min
YieldServes 3
DietVegetarian
Shopping8 ingredients
DifficultyEasy
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Method
4 steps · about 25 minutes total
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Step 2
Add tomatoes and paprika and simmer for 5 minutes.
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Step 3
Fold in beans and cooked rice and heat through.
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Step 4
Top with cheese and let it melt before serving.
Before you serve
Cooking notes & good-to-know answers.
Small details for confident timing, useful swaps, and safer leftovers.
Cooking notes
Spread cooked rice out to cool quickly when the recipe calls for chilled rice, then refrigerate it promptly.
Taste at the end and adjust salt and pepper after the sauce has reduced.
Garlic cooks quickly; keep the heat moderate to avoid burning it and turning it bitter.
Good to know
Serve it with a simple side that complements the main ingredients, such as a salad, cooked vegetables, bread or rice where appropriate.
You can often swap rice varieties, but cooking time and liquid requirements can change. Use the package directions for the rice you choose when they differ from the recipe.
Refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container and use them according to local food-safety guidance.
About this recipe
Tomato Bean Rice Skillet is a dinner idea built around rice, beans, tomatoes, and onion. It is designed for straightforward home cooking and takes about 25 minutes, making it a useful option when you want a practical meal without a long ingredient list.
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