Black Beans with Onions and Herbs

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black beans with onions and herbs, serve in a rustic bowl , close-up top view.

A simple and comforting dish built around pantry staples and fresh flavors.
It offers steady energy while remaining light but satisfying.
Black beans provide hearty plant-based nourishment and rich texture.
Onions add sweetness and depth without heaviness.
Fresh herbs bring brightness and balance to this versatile meal.
Ideal for maintaining a steady plant-forward lifestyle.

Start with the Vegetable Cooking Guide:
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black beans with onions and herbs, serve in a rustic bowl , close-up top view.
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Black Beans with Onions and Herbs

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Black beans with onions and fresh herbs. A simple and hearty plant-forward dish packed with flavor and wholesome ingredients.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 248

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro chopped

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Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and cook until soft and lightly golden.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Add cumin and paprika and stir well.
  5. Add the black beans to the skillet.
  6. Stir to coat the beans with the onions and spices.
  7. Add a few tablespoons of water if needed.
  8. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  9. Stir in lime juice and season with salt and black pepper.
  10. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 248kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 12gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 4mgPotassium: 525mgFiber: 12gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 160IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 51mgIron: 3mg

Notes

• Freshly cooked black beans can be used instead of canned beans.
• Cilantro gives the dish a Latin American flavor, while parsley offers a milder taste.
• Serve with rice, tortillas, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

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