Refried Beans the Easy but Tasty Way

Transform your weeknight meals with "Refried Beans the Easy but Tasty Way," a fast and flavorful recipe that delivers authentic taste in just 20 minutes. Made with pantry staples like canned pinto beans, aromatic spices including cumin and paprika, and a squeeze of zesty lime juice, these beans are rich, creamy, and irresistibly satisfying. Sautéed onions and garlic provide a fragrant base, while optional fresh cilantro adds a pop of vibrant flavor. Whether served as a hearty side dish, a creamy taco filling, or a delicious dip for tortilla chips, this quick and easy recipe is a must-try for busy cooks craving bold, restaurant-quality flavors at home. Perfectly seasoned and customizable to your texture preferences, these refried beans bring versatility and crowd-pleasing appeal to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups canned pinto beans (with liquid)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon pepper
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes, until the onion is soft and translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, and paprika. Stir and cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the spices to toast and become fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the pinto beans, including their liquid, and stir to combine with the onion and garlic mixture.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the beans simmer for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Using a potato masher or the back of a spoon, mash the beans to your desired consistency. For smoother beans, mash more thoroughly; for chunkier beans, leave some whole.

Step 7

Season with salt, pepper, and lime juice, stirring to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 8

If desired, stir in the chopped fresh cilantro just before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish, dip, or taco filling. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(567.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	375.7

Total Fat 2.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2279.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 69.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.0g	0%
Total Sugars 4.7g
Protein 23.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 196.3mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 1293.0mg	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: 5.9%

Protein: 23.9%

Carbs: 70.2%