Chipotle Spiced Black Beans
Infused with smoky, spicy, and tangy flavors, these Chipotle Spiced Black Beans are the perfect way to elevate your meals with minimal effort. This quick and easy recipe combines tender black beans with bold chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, warm cumin, smoked paprika, and a splash of zesty lime juice for a harmonious balance of heat and zest. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish delivers a hearty, protein-packed option that’s ideal as a flavorful side, a filling for tacos and burritos, or an accompaniment to rice bowls. With its vibrant spices and optional fresh cilantro garnish, it’s a simple yet irresistible recipe that’s guaranteed to impress. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this vegan and gluten-free dish adds a smoky, restaurant-worthy twist to your home cooking repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 2 units chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 3 cups cooked black beans (or canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Stir in the chopped chipotle peppers, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and dried oregano. Cook for 1-2 minutes to bloom the spices and release their aroma.
Add the cooked (or canned) black beans to the skillet, along with the vegetable broth.
Stir well to combine the beans and spices. Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and cook for about 10-12 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the liquid to reduce slightly.
Stir in the lime juice and season with salt to taste. Adjust seasonings as desired.
Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro if using.
Serve warm as a side dish, taco filling, or over rice for a complete meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1082 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.8 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2058 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.5 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.1 g | 175% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.6 g | ||
| Protein | 50.2 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 382 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 2553 mg | 54% | |
*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.
