Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 2 to 3 jalapeño peppers, chopped
• 4 to 5 scallions, sliced
• 15-ounce can of black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 cups cooked long-grain white rice
• Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and jalapeños and sauté briefly until soft and fragrant, about 1-1/2 minutes. Add the black beans and continue cooking, stirring constantly until the beans are heated through, about 2 minutes. Add the scallions and rice and combine well. Transfer to serving plates and top with chopped cilantro if desired.

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