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Seriously Simple Black Beans

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Nutriscore Rating: 88/100

Elevate your weeknight meals with this 'Seriously Simple Black Beans' recipe—a quick, versatile, and flavor-packed side dish that comes together in just 20 minutes! Using pantry staples like canned black beans, aromatic garlic, and a fragrant blend of cumin and oregano, this one-pan wonder is effortlessly delicious. A splash of zesty lime juice and a garnish of fresh cilantro add brightness to every bite, while the option to use water or vegetable broth ensures ultimate flexibility. Perfect as a taco filling, burrito base, or standalone side, this recipe is as customizable as it is convenient. Wholesome, hearty, and bursting with Latin-inspired flavors, these black beans are a must-try addition to your recipe collection!

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Recipe Information

⏱️
Prep Time
5 min
🔥
Cook Time
15 min
🕐
Total Time
20 min
👥
Servings
4 servings
📊
Difficulty
Medium

🥘 Ingredients

11 items
  • 2 15-ounce cans canned black beans
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small, diced yellow onion
  • 2 minced garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 cup water or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh cilantro
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Pro Tip: Read through all ingredients before starting to cook!

📝 Instructions

8 steps
1

Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

3

Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, and dried oregano. Cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

4

Drain and rinse the canned black beans, then add them to the saucepan.

5

Pour in the water or vegetable broth, and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

6

Add the salt and black pepper. Stir well and let the beans simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

7

Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the lime juice and fresh cilantro.

8

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm as a side dish or use as desired in your favorite recipes.

Cooking Tip: Take your time with each step for the best results!
330
cal
19.3g
protein
55.2g
carbs
4.5g
fat

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (280.3g)
Calories
330
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4.5 g 6%
Saturated Fat 0.8 g 4%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3 g
Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Sodium 986 mg 43%
Total Carbohydrate 55.2 g 20%
Dietary Fiber 22.1 g 79%
Total Sugars 2.0 g
Protein 19.3 g 39%
Vitamin D 0.0 mcg 0%
Calcium 126 mg 10%
Iron 6.4 mg 36%
Potassium 1026 mg 22%

*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.

Source of Calories

65.3%%
22.9%%
11.8%%
Fat: 160 cal (11.8%%)
Protein: 309 cal (22.9%%)
Carbs: 884 cal (65.3%%)