My Lightly Spiced Black Beans

Black beans are a great source of plant-based protein and fiber, making them a nutritious choice for vegetarians and vegans.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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My Lightly Spiced Black Beans

Cooking Method: Simmering, Stovetop Cuisine: Mexican, Southwestern Courses: Lunch, Main Course, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Black beans
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoon Fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 1 medium Avocado

Instructions

1. Rinse and drain the black beans.
2. Chop the onion, garlic cloves, and red bell pepper.
3. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
4. Add the chopped onion and garlic cloves, sauté until fragrant.
5. Add the red bell pepper, cumin powder, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for a few minutes.
6. Add the black beans and enough water to cover the beans.
7. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20-25 minutes until the beans are tender.
8. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
9. Stir in fresh cilantro and lime juice.
10. Serve the black beans with sliced avocado on top.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4g7%

Total Carbohydrate 42g15%

Sugars 2g

Protein 14g29%

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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.