One-Pot Tomato Basil Rice with White Beans Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup long-grain white rice (rinsed)
• 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth (low-sodium preferred)
• 1/2 tsp sea salt (adjust to taste)
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
• 1 can (400g) white beans (such as cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp tomato paste
• 1/2 tsp sugar (to balance acidity from tomatoes)
• 1/3 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped (plus more for garnish)
• 1 tbsp nutritional yeast (for a cheesy flavor)
• Lemon wedges (for serving)
• Freshly cracked black pepper