Veggies Latin Black Beans

Bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, Veggies Latin Black Beans is a hearty, versatile recipe perfect for any meal. Packed with protein-rich black beans, colorful bell peppers, and aromatic spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder, this dish brings the warmth of Latin-inspired cuisine to your table. Simmered in a savory vegetable broth and finished with a fresh squeeze of lime and chopped cilantro, these beans are a delightful balance of smoky, tangy, and earthy flavors. Whether served as a side dish, a taco filling, or spooned over rice for a satisfying plant-based main, this easy-to-make, one-pan recipe is a go-to for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep. Ready in just 40 minutes, this nutritious dish is perfect for anyone craving bold, comforting flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 cups canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup diced tomatoes, with their juices
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1.5 cups vegetable broth
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 medium lime, juiced
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the black beans, diced tomatoes with their juices, ground cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and chili powder to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Season with salt and black pepper, then reduce the heat to low. Allow the mixture to simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to thicken and meld the flavors.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lime juice to your preference.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish, taco filling, or over rice for a complete meal. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1801.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1225.9

Total Fat 36.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3420.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 181.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 59.5g	0%
Total Sugars 28.2g
Protein 56.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 462.3mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 3809.7mg	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: 25.8%

Protein: 17.6%

Carbs: 56.6%