Black bean ideas?

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  • tnshahud
    tnshahud Posts: 163
    Bump!!!

    I like the black bean browines,

    1 can beans
    1 box family size brownie mix

    Drain beans, rinse and puree, and beans with brownie mix (no eggs, or oil)
    and bake....

    So GOOD!!!!!
  • geo1437
    geo1437 Posts: 38
    i like to make a salad of sorts. Dice up 1/2 an onion (spanish, or a vidalia) drain and thoroughly wash the beans combine the beans and the onion, season with a pinch of kosher salt and some fresh ground black pepper, and drizzle in 1-2 tbsp of olive oil and mix. I eat this as a side dish or if i need a quick meal i will mix it in to some brown rice and throw in what ever left over protein i have in the fridge.

    You can make this with any kind of bean really, and i eat beans in someway every night with dinner. They really are quite versatile, they are quick and easy, but they are also pretty good for you too boot
  • Mindful_Trent
    Mindful_Trent Posts: 3,954 Member
    http://www.healthyindulgences.net/2009/05/healthy-chocolate-cake-with-secret.html

    You can make an amazingly delicious, rich, flourless chocolate cake using black beans. No joke! I'd pick it over "normal" cake any day.
  • Mindful_Trent
    Mindful_Trent Posts: 3,954 Member
    Bump!!!

    I like the black bean browines,

    1 can beans
    1 box family size brownie mix

    Drain beans, rinse and puree, and beans with brownie mix (no eggs, or oil)
    and bake....

    So GOOD!!!!!

    You can also make black bean brownies without a mix. It's still easy, and this way you know exactly what is in them!

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/accountant_boi/view/black-bean-brownies-103623
  • Mellowmar98
    Mellowmar98 Posts: 13 Member
    can of black beans
    1lb chicken breast
    1-2 cups of brown rice
    cup of salsa
    water depending on how much rice you want
    put it all in the crock pot on low and 6 hrs later you have a great meal
  • hrwoman129
    hrwoman129 Posts: 5 Member
    Black Bean Burrito Bake

    My husband loves this recipe - and he didn't like eating black beans. We make this once a month if not more.

    http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/black-bean-burrito-bake-10000000431064/
  • KyleB65
    KyleB65 Posts: 1,196 Member
    Curry Quinoa, black beans & mango!!

    Do an internet search. Lots of different recipes.
  • DaniJeanine
    DaniJeanine Posts: 473 Member
    Vegetarian Bean Burritos

    Ingredients:
    • 1 tbsp canola oil
    • 3-4 minced garlic cloves
    • ½ tsp chile powder
    • ¼ tsp salt
    • 1/3 cup water
    • 1 (15 ounce) can organic black beans, rinsed and drained
    • 1 (15 ounce) can organic kidney beans, rinsed and drained
    • 3 tbsp fresh salsa
    • Package of whole-wheat flour tortillas
    • 1 ½ cups chopped cherry tomatoes
    • 1 ½ cups shredded lettuce
    • ½ onion, chopped
    • Small container of fat-free greek yogurt (plain)
    • 1 medium avocado, mashed (add salt & pepper to taste)
    • Makes 2-3 servings

    Preparation:
    1. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
    2. Add garlic to pan: cook 1 minute, stirring frequently.
    3. Stir in chile powder & salt: cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
    4. Stir in water and beans & bring to a boil.
    5. Reduce heat & simmer for 10 minutes.
    6. Remove from heat; stir in salsa.
    7. Partially mash bean mixture with a fork.
    8. Warm tortilla in microwave according to package directions.
    9. Spoon beans, veggies, and toppings into wrap and enjoy!

    Calories depend on wraps used and add-ons. :)
  • medicalstudent
    medicalstudent Posts: 4 Member
    Try adding sauteed onions, and some grilled peppers to the dish to make it like 'mexican' style. Serve it as a 'dish' ..
    If you want to do it as like an entree salad, try adding tomatoes, raw peppers, raw onion, and avocado. Black Beans are like super awesome cuz they like inhibit the blood flow to fat cells, which doesn't allow them to grow. It's like a super food, so are onions and mushrooms and berries!
    But yea try buy the '100 cal whole wheat wraps' you can get at costco for like hella cheap, and put those beans in a 'tortilla' to make a fiber infused lunch!!!! OMG I totally forgot you can even add egg whites and salsa for a B-Fast Burro!
  • DG82
    DG82 Posts: 105
    **BUMP** I LOVE black beans! I was going to also suggest the Taco Soup which I've made before (delish!) but I see someone else already put that one up. Def try it - it's soo good! :-)
  • skinnygurl02
    skinnygurl02 Posts: 176 Member
    I know weight watchers suppose to have a really good brownie recipie for them, you could google it...
  • effycheffy
    effycheffy Posts: 3 Member
    Sounds delish!
  • BiggGrizz
    BiggGrizz Posts: 164 Member
    bump
  • Joyjmb
    Joyjmb Posts: 221 Member
    Mash 1 cup black beans with a fork, not TOO mushy.
    Mix with hands into 1/2 lb. ground turkey.

    You can also add diced onion, garlic, hot sauce...

    Then grill as burger patties on the Foreman grill.
    Mmmm!!

    Delicious, full of fiber AND lower in fat.
  • TKHappy
    TKHappy Posts: 659 Member
    Ok, this black bean salad is super easy and makes enough for a couple of days, all you need is:

    black beans (canned or fresh, about 1 can worth)
    garbanzo beans (canned or freshed, 1 can, you do not have to, but I like to take the shell off them by just rubbing them under cool water)
    1 can kernel corn
    feta cheese to taste (I usually add about half a pack, but you can add more or less)
    4 celery stocks chopped fine
    chopped red onions (about half a cup)
    1 package grape tomatoes ( make sure to de-seed them or the salad will get soggy)
    3 or 4 squirts or lime juice
    1 tablespoon of olive oil (you can admit if you want)
    cilantro to taste (I use the kind that you get from the tube at publix, just cause it mixes well)

    mix all the ingredients in a bowl until you like the flavor (its not super exact) chill over night, then stir and serve! This makes about 4-6 servings.

    I'm putting this on my 'to-make' list!! Thanks! :)
  • roguestates
    roguestates Posts: 223
    these are all brilliant! bump
  • kw19427
    kw19427 Posts: 9 Member
    bump
  • nicruns
    nicruns Posts: 201 Member
    I wind up making refried black beans:

    i start off by simmering 2 cans of drained & rinsed black beans in maybe a cup of salsa over medium heat in a big frying pan....

    then i add 2 or 3 canned chipotle peppers....

    simmer the crap out of that, adding maybe a tablespoon or two of water-- if it looks like it could use more moisture

    * by simmer the crap out of, I mean for just shy of 10 min so the beans soften up

    then I let it sit & cool for another 10-15min

    dump the whole mess in a food processor until it's at a texture I like
    (take your pick)
    :)

    throw that in a whole wheat tortilla & instant burritos!
    (feels like junk food, but it's not SO bad!)
  • MSeel1984
    MSeel1984 Posts: 2,297 Member
    I have a can of black beans in the cupboard. Please give me some yummy ideas!

    Do they have seasoning in them already or are they plain with just water/salt? If they're plain you can make black bean brownies....NOM NOM

    If they're seasoned, I warm them up and then add a little salsa and cumin. Serve over mexican brown rice.
  • MSeel1984
    MSeel1984 Posts: 2,297 Member
    http://allrecipes.com/recipe/black-bean-brownies/detail.aspx?event8=1&prop24=SR_Title&e11=black bean brownies&e8=Quick Search&event10=1&e7=Home Page

    These are gluten free and lactose free.

    They taste AMAZING and have such a creamy mousse texture. Excellent hot with low fat ice cream or vanilla frozen yogurt. no cake mix involved.
  • Lyra89
    Lyra89 Posts: 674 Member
    It may sound odd, but black bean brownies are delicious and really popular! Just google it and you'll find tons of recipes! I made some the other day and my family have already eaten them all...they fool anyone, you'd never guess the 'secret ingredient' in place of wheat :laugh: They look like real cake, and taste like it too!
  • therealangd
    therealangd Posts: 1,861 Member
    I just made skinnytaste.com 's southwestern salad.

    It is really good.

    http://www.skinnytaste.com/2009/06/southwestern-black-bean-salad.html

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  • Seriousmom3
    Seriousmom3 Posts: 164
    black beans mixed with a can of white hominy and a can of rotel....so yummy

    also, you can drain/rinse the beans...mixed with a little salsa...smash and warm serve on a tortilla...so good
  • crystalflame
    crystalflame Posts: 1,049 Member
    Black bean enchiladas are delicious.

    http://www.canyoustayfordinner.com/2011/03/01/vegetarian-black-bean-enchiladas-2/

    I swapped out the brown rice for corn, used corn instead of flour tortillas, and went easy on the cheese to lighten it up a bit.
  • quickfin
    quickfin Posts: 78 Member
    bump
  • kygalinnc
    kygalinnc Posts: 2
    Extremely simple ~ but yummy ! Add a can of the Mexican Lime flavor Rotel to the can of black beans ...... have also done just Rotel when out of Mexcian Rotel.
  • katweeks63
    katweeks63 Posts: 59
    Try this recipe, or any on this site: http://400caloriesorless.com/?p=705&print=1
  • HotAshMess
    HotAshMess Posts: 382 Member
    bump!
  • sherisse69
    sherisse69 Posts: 795 Member
    MMM black bean and corn dip. I use this recipe on lettuce to make a salad, in lettuce cups, with crackers/pitas, etc. So good.

    Black beans (rinsed), corn nibblets, chopped jalepeno's, chopped tomato, chopped red onion, chopped spinach, and bell peppers if you feel inclined. Mix them with greek yogurt, lime juice, chili powder, garlic and onion powder, paprika, cumin, salt and pepper. Toss together, let sit and marinade at least an hour. Goes great with chicken, pork, shrimp. On lettuce, in a wrap, whatever! Add avocado with individual servings if you want as well. Adds some creamy. :)
  • BiggGrizz
    BiggGrizz Posts: 164 Member
    These ALL sound awesome!
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