After eating this, I am never having rice any other way

- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1-2 limes)
- Zest of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions

1. In a medium-sized pot, bring the water or vegetable broth to a boil. Add a pinch of salt, the bay leaf, and the rice. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed.
2. While the rice cooks, zest and juice your limes. You'll want that zesty citrus ready to go when the rice is done.