Black Beans and Tomatoes in Balsamic

Elevate your weeknight meals with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for Black Beans and Tomatoes in Balsamic. Combining tender black beans with juicy cherry tomatoes sautéed in aromatic garlic and olive oil, this quick and easy dish is brought to life with a tangy splash of balsamic vinegar and a fresh burst of chopped basil. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a versatile creation perfect as a hearty side dish, a protein-packed topping for rice or quinoa, or even a savory taco filling. With its balanced blend of savory, sweet, and tangy notes, this healthy, vegetarian, and gluten-free recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite for busy nights or light entertaining.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups black beans
• 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic cloves
• 0.25 cups fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

While the skillet is warming, mince the garlic cloves and halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 3

Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, taking care not to let it burn.

Step 4

Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 4-5 minutes, or until the tomatoes begin to soften and release their juices.

Step 5

Add the black beans (drain and rinse if using canned beans) to the skillet. Stir to combine with the tomatoes and garlic.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the mixture. Stir well and let it simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Season the dish with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped, for a burst of freshness.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish, atop rice or quinoa, stuffed in tacos, or on its own with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(415.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	353.7

Total Fat 2.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2327.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.5g	0%
Total Sugars 7.7g
Protein 20.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 203.2mg	0%
Iron 5.9mg	0%
Potassium 120.5mg	0%

*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: 7.3%

Protein: 23.2%

Carbs: 69.5%