Low Fat Authentic Charro Beans
Discover the vibrant, smoky flavors of Low Fat Authentic Charro Beans—an irresistible twist on a traditional Mexican favorite that’s both heart-healthy and packed with bold taste. This recipe swaps high-fat ingredients for a lighter, olive oil-based cooking approach while retaining the robust essence of charro beans. Simmered to perfection with tender pinto beans, fresh Roma tomatoes, zesty jalapeño peppers, fragrant spices like cumin and oregano, and a splash of cilantro for a refreshing finish, it’s a guilt-free way to enjoy comfort food. Perfect for family dinners or meal prepping, this dish pairs beautifully with warm tortillas, grilled meats, or a simple side of rice. With minimal prep and simmering magic, make a satisfying bowl of homemade charro beans that’s as wholesome as it is flavorful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried pinto beans
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium Roma tomatoes, diced
- 1 medium jalapeño pepper, diced
- 1 cup cilantro, chopped
- 7 cups water
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse and sort the dried pinto beans to remove any debris or damaged beans.
Place the beans in a large pot and cover with water, allowing them to soak overnight, or use quick soak method by boiling for 5 minutes and let them sit for an hour.
Drain and rinse the soaked beans.
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the diced tomatoes and jalapeño pepper, stirring and cooking for another 5 minutes.
Pour in the soaked beans, water, and chicken broth. Add the bay leaf, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beans are tender.
Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Stir in the chopped cilantro just before serving and enjoy hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
807 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.7 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4419 mg | 192% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 124.8 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.8 g | 156% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.8 g | ||
| Protein | 47.0 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 497 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 2956 mg | 63% | |
*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.
