Slow Cooker Beans
Transform your mealtime routine with this simple and nutritious Slow Cooker Beans recipe! Perfect for busy days, this recipe combines dried beans—pinto, black, navy, or kidney—with aromatic onion, garlic, and earthy bay leaves for a rich, satisfying flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep, the slow cooker works its magic, yielding tender, perfectly seasoned beans after hours of gentle cooking. Serve these versatile beans as a wholesome side dish, or use them as a delicious base for tacos, soups, or salads. Naturally vegan and customizable, this dish is a budget-friendly staple that's as convenient as it is flavorful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Dried beans (pinto, black, navy, or kidney)
- 6 cups Water
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 leaves Bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the dried beans thoroughly under cold water and discard any debris or damaged beans.
If desired, soak the beans overnight in a large bowl of water. Drain and rinse before proceeding.
Add the rinsed beans to the slow cooker.
Pour in 6 cups of water to fully submerge the beans.
Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and bay leaves to the slow cooker.
Season with salt, ground black pepper, and drizzle with olive oil if desired.
Cover the slow cooker with a lid and set it on low heat for 8 hours or high heat for 4-5 hours.
After cooking, remove the bay leaves and check the beans for doneness. They should be tender but not mushy.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve the beans warm as a side dish, or use them in your favorite recipes. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
266 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.0 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 343 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.3 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 14.9 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 117 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1001 mg | 21% | |
*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.
