Honolulu Skillet Beans

Bring a taste of the tropics to your table with Honolulu Skillet Beans, a vibrant and flavor-packed dish that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. This one-pan recipe combines tender black beans with sweet pineapple chunks, smoky paprika, and a touch of brown sugar, creating the perfect balance of savory and sweet. Diced red bell peppers and onions add a colorful crunch, while soy sauce and cumin layer in bold, umami-rich undertones. Ready in just 30 minutes, this vegan and gluten-free meal is perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing side dish at your next gathering. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served with zesty lime wedges, Honolulu Skillet Beans will transport you straight to island paradise with every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Canned black beans (rinsed and drained)
• 1 cup Pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
• 1 medium Red bell pepper (diced)
• 0.5 medium Yellow onion (diced)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
• 4 pieces Lime wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the diced red bell pepper and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until it starts to soften.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the smoked paprika and ground cumin, letting the spices toast for 30 seconds.

Step 6

Add the black beans and pineapple chunks to the skillet, stirring to combine.

Step 7

Pour in the soy sauce and sprinkle the brown sugar over the mixture. Stir well to ensure everything is evenly coated.

Step 8

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Step 11

Serve warm with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1047.6 grams (1047.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	821

Total Fat 17.30g	22%
Saturated Fat 2.60g	13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3222mg	140%
Total Carbohydrate 139.70g	51%
Dietary Fiber 37.20g	133%
Total Sugars 44.60g
Protein 35.40g	71%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 277mg	21%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 2073mg	44%

*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: 18.2%

Protein: 16.5%

Carbs: 65.3%