Crock Pot Low Fat Refried Pinto Beans
Transform your meal prep with this simple and wholesome recipe for Crock Pot Low Fat Refried Pinto Beans! This slow cooker classic uses dried pinto beans, aromatic garlic, onion, and a blend of warm spices like cumin and chili powder to create ultra-flavorful, creamy refried beans—without the excess fat. Perfect for tacos, burritos, or as a hearty side dish, these beans are naturally vegan, high in protein, and incredibly versatile. With minimal prep and the hands-off convenience of slow cooking, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prepping. Bonus: Optional fresh cilantro and lime juice add a zesty finishing touch to take the flavor to the next level. Make a big batch, and enjoy these refried beans fresh or freeze them for easy homemade meals anytime!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Dried pinto beans
- 6 cups Water
- 1 medium (chopped) Yellow onion
- 3 cloves (minced) Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons (optional, chopped) Fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon (optional) Lime juice
Instructions
1. Rinse the dried pinto beans thoroughly under cold water and pick out any debris or damaged beans.
2. Place the beans in a large bowl and cover them with water. Allow them to soak for at least 8 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse the beans before proceeding.
3. Add the soaked and rinsed beans to your crock pot. Pour in 6 cups of water.
4. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, and salt to the crock pot.
5. Stir the ingredients gently to combine, ensuring the beans are fully covered in water.
6. Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on low heat for 8 hours, or until the beans are soft and tender.
7. Once cooked, use a slotted spoon to transfer the beans to a large bowl, reserving the cooking liquid.
8. Mash the beans with a potato masher or blend them with an immersion blender until they reach your desired consistency, adding the reserved cooking liquid as needed to make them creamy.
9. Taste the beans and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Add chopped cilantro and lime juice, if using, for extra flavor.
10. Serve warm as a side dish, or use as a filling for burritos, tacos, or other dishes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for future use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
584 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.0 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4476 mg | 195% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.2 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.5 g | 127% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 34.2 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 306 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1835 mg | 39% | |
*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.
