Black Bean Everthing

Discover the ultimate weeknight hero with "Black Bean Everything," a vibrant and versatile recipe bursting with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. This quick and easy dish combines tender black beans simmered in a richly spiced blend of cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder, enhanced by the zesty freshness of lime juice and optional aromatic cilantro. Ready in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleaser strikes the perfect balance of hearty and healthy, making it an ideal choice for tacos, loaded nachos, or a flavorful rice bowl. Packed with fiber, plant-based protein, and customizable toppings, "Black Bean Everything" is a satisfying, one-pan wonder you’ll want to serve again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed) black beans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 cup vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional, for garnish) fresh cilantro
• 0 (optional, to serve) tortilla chips, tortillas, or cooked rice

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Sprinkle in the ground cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder, stirring well to coat the onions and garlic with the spices.

Step 5

Add the black beans and vegetable broth to the skillet, stirring to combine. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender and the flavors meld together.

Step 6

Taste and season with salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Stir well.

Step 7

For a chunkier texture, serve the beans as-is. For a creamier version, use a potato masher or the back of a spoon to mash some of the beans while they cook.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired. Serve warm with tortilla chips, in tacos, or over cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	230 grams (230.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	481

Total Fat 36.70g	47%
Saturated Fat 5.60g	28%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1631mg	71%
Total Carbohydrate 35.70g	13%
Dietary Fiber 4.70g	17%
Total Sugars 2.50g
Protein 5.60g	11%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 86mg	7%
Iron 4mg	20%
Potassium 428mg	9%

*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

Fat: 66.7%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 28.8%