Extra Spicy Refried Beans with Lettuce Tomato and Lime

Turn up the heat with these Extra Spicy Refried Beans with Lettuce, Tomato, and Lime—a bold and flavorful dish that’s perfect for spice lovers! Creamy pinto beans are infused with the fiery kick of jalapeño, chipotle chili powder, and smoked paprika, then mashed to perfection for a velvety texture. A touch of butter (or vegan butter) adds richness, while fresh romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and a squeeze of zesty lime provide a refreshing contrast to the spice. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy, vegetarian-friendly recipe is ideal as a savory side dish or a hearty topping for tacos and nachos. Garnish with cilantro for an extra burst of freshness, and don’t forget to pair it with tortilla chips or warm tortillas for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups, cooked (or 1 15oz can, drained and rinsed) pinto beans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 cup, finely diced white onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 small, finely chopped jalapeño pepper
• 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 cup vegetable broth
• 0.5 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon butter or vegan butter
• 1 cup, shredded romaine lettuce
• 1 medium, diced tomato
• 1 fresh, cut into wedges lime
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and chopped jalapeño pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the cooked pinto beans to the skillet along with the chipotle chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and stir well to combine. Cook for 4-5 minutes, mashing the beans with a wooden spoon or potato masher until they reach your desired consistency. For creamier beans, mash more thoroughly.

Step 6

Stir in the butter or vegan butter, allowing it to melt and blend into the beans. Remove the skillet from heat.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or chipotle chili powder for extra spice.

Step 8

Serve the refried beans warm, topped with shredded romaine lettuce, diced tomato, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.

Step 9

Optionally, serve alongside rice, tortilla chips, or warm tortillas for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1291.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2152.8

Total Fat 102.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 27.3g
Cholesterol 31.4mg	0%
Sodium 4638.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 242.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 78.4g	0%
Total Sugars 19.7g
Protein 77.8g	0%

Vitamin D 4.1IU	0%
Calcium 484.3mg	0%
Iron 21.0mg	0%
Potassium 4251.9mg	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: 41.8%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 44.1%