Low Fat Black Beans
Elevate your meal prep with this hearty and nutritious Low Fat Black Beans recipe, a perfect balance of rich flavor and healthy eating! Made from scratch with simple pantry staples like dried black beans, aromatic garlic, onions, and a medley of warm spices such as cumin, chili powder, and paprika, this dish is packed with protein and fiber while staying low in fat and sodium. The addition of fresh lime juice and optional cilantro gives it a bright, zesty finish, making it a versatile side dish or a wholesome main course. Ready in about 90 minutes with minimal prep time, these tender and flavor-infused black beans are the ideal companion for rice, tacos, or salads. Great for meal prep and naturally vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free, this recipe ensures everyone at the table can indulge guilt-free. Perfect for those looking for a healthy recipe for black beans made from dried beans!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup dry black beans
- 4 cups water
- 1 medium onion
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the dry black beans thoroughly under cold water, removing any debris or damaged beans.
Place the beans in a medium bowl and cover with water. Allow them to soak overnight or for at least 8 hours.
Drain and rinse the soaked beans. Set them aside.
Peel and dice the onion and garlic cloves into small pieces.
In a medium saucepan or pot, combine the soaked beans, water, diced onion, garlic, and bay leaf.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a gentle simmer. Cover the pot and cook for about 60-75 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender.
Once the beans are tender, add the ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, and salt. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices.
Cook for an additional 10 minutes, uncovered, to allow the flavors to meld and some of the liquid to reduce.
Remove the bay leaf, then stir in the lime juice. Adjust the salt if needed, based on taste preferences.
Serve warm. Optionally, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro for added flavor and color.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
815 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.8 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2458 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 155.3 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.8 g | 128% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 47.4 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 402 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 3435 mg | 73% | |
*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.
