Heart-Healthy Chipotle Pinto Beans
Packed with smoky flavor and wholesome ingredients, Heart-Healthy Chipotle Pinto Beans are a deliciously nutritious addition to any meal. This plant-based recipe combines creamy pinto beans, fiery chipotle peppers in adobo, aromatic garlic and onion, and bright, zesty lime juice for a dish that's as satisfying as it is nourishing. Simmered in low-sodium vegetable broth with classic spices like cumin and oregano, these beans boast rich layers of flavor without excess fat or sodium, making them perfect for heart-smart eating. With easy prep and comforting warmth, this fiber-rich dish is ideal for serving as a savory side, filling tacos or burritos, or enjoying on its own with a garnish of fresh cilantro. Perfect for busy yet health-conscious cooks, these smoky pinto beans will become a mainstay in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Dried pinto beans
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
- 3 cups Low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 Bay leaf
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
Instructions
Rinse the dried pinto beans under cold running water and remove any debris or damaged beans.
Place the pinto beans in a large bowl, cover with cold water by several inches, and let them soak for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Drain and rinse the soaked beans.
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the chopped chipotle peppers to the onion and garlic mixture, stirring for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth and add the soaked pinto beans, cumin, oregano, bay leaf, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot partially, and let it simmer gently for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the beans are tender.
Remove the bay leaf, stir in the fresh cilantro, and lime juice.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
577 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.6 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1262 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.6 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.3 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | ||
| Protein | 22.1 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 245 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 2040 mg | 43% | |
*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.
