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11 Delicious Ways to Eat Black Beans
You'll almost never find our kitchens without a can or two of black beans stocked in the pantry. This versatile ingredient can be used in so many different ways. From soups and chilis to enchiladas and salads, the recipes are seemingly endless. We chose our 11 favorite black bean recipes to get you started with something new.
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1. Chilled Black Bean, Feta & Cucumber Salad
This is one of those salads that actually gets better with more time spent in the fridge to let the dressing work its magic. We recommend making a big batch over the weekend and enjoying it for lunches all week.
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2. Cuban Black Bean Soup
To make this soup the right way, use dried black beans and let them soak overnight. You'll also want to give it ample time to cook on the stove, so really, it makes a better weekend recipe. Finally, don't skimp on the vinegar — it's what gives the soup that little extra kick.
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3. Crunchy Black Bean Tacos
These pan-fried tacos are made with soft tortillas and are somewhere between a taco and a quesadilla. You can fill them with anything you want; they are a great way to use up a small amount of leftovers.
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4. Black Bean, Sweet Potato, and Quinoa Chili
While the options for vegetarian chili recipes are nearly endless, we're partial to this one with sweet potatoes (or you could substitute butternut squash) and quinoa. Just remember — you might have to add a bit more water at the end since the quinoa will soak it up.
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5. Slow-Cooker Black Bean Enchiladas
Slow-cooker enchiladas are a bit magical. They might not be the prettiest meal on the block, but they are one of the tastiest. Plus, they are easily adaptable, so you can basically clean out your fridge and end up with a mouth-watering meal.
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6. Quick and Easy Black Bean Soup
The secret to the subtly smoky flavor of this black bean soup? The single piece of bacon it's cooked with. It takes a quick weeknight staple to a whole new level.
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7. Kale and Black Bean Tacos with Chimichurri
No, chimichurri wasn't originally intended for vegan tacos, but the garlicky sauce adds a whole new dimension to these tasty tacos. Of course, the big chunks of avocado and sautéed kale don't hurt either.
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8. Baked Black Bean and Avocado Burritos
Somewhere between a burrito and an enchilada, these avocado and black bean delights reside. You can play around with additional fillings, like sautéed peppers or greens; make sure you taste-test the filling to get the spices to your liking.
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9. Vegetarian Black Bean Espresso Chili
It can be hard to get that rich, meaty taste in a vegetarian chili, but the addition of instant espresso powder adds a depth that most vegetarian chilis lack. Try making this version, or adding a little espresso powder to your own favorite chili recipe to get the full effect.
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10. Southwestern Pizza with Black Beans and Corn
One of our favorite unexpected black bean recipes is this Southwestern pizza. In place of traditional red sauce is a black bean mash. The whole pizza gets topped with corn, peppers, and a healthy dollop of avocado cream.
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11. Avocado Lime Black Beans
We call this the can-o'-beans lunch. It takes almost no time to make, and can be eaten for a couple days in a row for lunch. You can also dress it up with a few other freshly chopped veggies and make it into a delicious side dish.
Organic Black Beans is available to purchase at SFMart.com