Ham and Black Bean Toss with Cilantro

Bright, zesty, and packed with flavor, this Ham and Black Bean Toss with Cilantro is the ultimate 15-minute skillet recipe for a quick weeknight dinner or lunch. Featuring tender, savory ham, protein-rich black beans, and a vibrant mix of red bell pepper and onion, this dish is perfectly seasoned with cumin, fresh lime juice, and a pop of cilantro for a refreshing finish. With a short prep time and simple steps, this wholesome recipe delivers bold, satisfying flavors with minimal effort. Serve it warm as a hearty main dish or a versatile side, and elevate your meals with this nutrient-packed delight. Perfect for busy nights and bursting with Latin-inspired flavors, this dish is as easy as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Ham
• 15 ounce Black beans
• 1 Red bell pepper
• 0.5 Red onion
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced ham to the skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes until lightly browned.

Step 3

Stir in the diced red onion and red bell pepper. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are slightly softened.

Step 4

Add the drained and rinsed black beans to the skillet. Sprinkle with ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.

Step 5

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lime juice, if desired.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and serve warm as a main dish or side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(446.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	428.9

Total Fat 24.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 16.2mg	0%
Sodium 1941.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.5g	0%
Total Sugars 10.6g
Protein 11.8g	0%

Vitamin D 6.5IU	0%
Calcium 83.9mg	0%
Iron 3.5mg	0%
Potassium 1004.8mg	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: 50.4%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 38.9%