Black Bean Pitas

Black beans are a great source of plant-based protein and are commonly used in Mexican cuisine. They are also rich in fiber and various vitamins and minerals.

This is vegan, gluten free, high protein and quick meals recipe. Dish can be prepared in 25 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 13.

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Black Bean Pitas

Cooking Method: Grilling, Toasting Cuisine: International, Mexican Courses: Lunch, Main Course, Sandwich Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Total Time 25 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 can Black beans
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 small Red onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoon Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 piece Pitas
• 1 ripe Avocado
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup Fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Rinse and drain the black beans.
2. Finely chop the red bell pepper, red onion, and garlic cloves.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the black beans, red bell pepper, red onion, garlic cloves, cumin powder, smoked paprika, lime juice, salt, and black pepper.
4. Mash the mixture with a fork or potato masher until well combined.
5. Preheat a grill or toaster.
6. Cut the pitas in half and lightly toast them.
7. Peel and slice the avocado.
8. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half.
9. Fill each pita half with a generous amount of the black bean mixture.
10. Top with avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, and fresh cilantro.
11. Serve the black bean pitas immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 55g19%

Sugars 6g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.