Black Beans Corn
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and flavorful Black Beans and Corn recipe, a quick and versatile dish perfect for any meal! Packed with protein-rich black beans, sweet bursts of corn, and colorful pops of red bell pepper and onion, this dish is seasoned with aromatic cumin and smoky paprika for a satisfying depth of flavor. Fresh lime juice and cilantro add a zesty, herbaceous finish, while a touch of jalapeño brings optional heat for spice lovers. Ready in just 15 minutes, this one-pan dish is ideal as a hearty side, a flavorful taco filling, or a delicious addition to salads and grain bowls. Healthy, easy, and bursting with fresh ingredients, it's a go-to recipe for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz Black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1.5 cups Sweet corn (canned or fresh)
- 1 Red bell pepper (diced)
- 0.5 cup Red onion (finely chopped)
- 0.25 cup Cilantro (chopped)
- 1 Jalapeño (deseeded and minced, optional)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is warm, sauté the red onion and red bell pepper for 3-4 minutes, until softened.
Add the black beans, corn, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to fully incorporate the spices.
Cook the mixture for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to heat through.
Turn off the heat and stir in the fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro.
If using, stir in the minced jalapeño for extra spice.
Serve immediately as a side dish, taco filling, or add to bowls and salads.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1011 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.5 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2036 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 152.5 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.9 g | 142% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.9 g | ||
| Protein | 39.5 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 218 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 2463 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
