Whether you crack open a can or make your own black beans from scratch, these little gems are packed with plant-based protein and satiating fiber. Here are some delicious recipes utilizing this versatile ingredient — yes, there's even a recipe for back bean brownies!
Mix up your grains to beat boredom and make this farro with black beans and maple-cumin tofu. You'll feel completely satisfied after a 380-calorie bowl.
Get the recipe: farro with black beans and maple-cumin tofu
If you're tired of tofu or want to start cooking with tempeh, this Mexican tempeh quinoa salad will become a staple in your dinner rotation. This colorful dish combines tons of flavors like cumin, cayenne, and cilantro.
Get the recipe: Mexican tempeh quinoa salad
Black beans increase the protein in these brownie bites so each one offers almost six grams. They help keep the bites from drying out too.
Get the recipe: black bean brownie bites
This light, clean, and potassium-rich dish will refuel your body after a tough workout, help you rehydrate, and even help soothe sore muscles.
Get the recipe: black bean and mango salad
This impressive-looking dinner features a spicy vegan cream sauce made with vegan mayo.
Get the recipe: Mexican stuffed sweet potatoes
This salad incorporates black beans, kidney beans, and cannellini beans, marinated with a creamy avocado salsa dressing.
Get the recipe: three bean and corn salad
This heart-healthy dinner is a great option if you're watching your cholesterol while upping your protein.
Get the recipe: roasted sweet potato and black bean burrito
Whip up this savory, satisfying, veggie-packed rice and beans recipe in 15 minutes!
Get the recipe: very veggie rice and beans
Robust in flavor, these hearty burgers are made with the goodness of sweet potatoes, black beans, millet, and corn. For the avocado cream sauce, substitute almond milk yogurt instead.
Get the recipe: sweet potato black bean burger
Mix up your basic taco recipe by adding in sauteed seasoned and shredded brussels sprout, fresh corn, and black beans. Skip the cotija cheese and opt for some vegan cheddar shreds instead, or Trader Joe's vegan Cashew Fiesta Dip.
Get the recipe: brussels sprouts tacos
Skip the tortillas, and try this dish to mix up your Taco Tuesdays!
Get the recipe: Mexican stuffed peppers
Here's a spicy and high-fiber twist on the basic hummus recipe featuring black beans instead of chickpeas. It's great with crackers or as a dip for veggies.
Get the recipe: spicy black bean hummus
This zesty dinner is simple, quick to throw together (in less than 30 minutes!), and so satisfying.
Get the recipe: burrito bowl
Love classic black bean soup? Try this two-bean soup that also brings sweet potatoes to the mix. A healthy serving of this hearty vegan soup is less than 300 calories per serving.
Get the recipe: black bean and sweet potato soup
At under 300 calories, one serving of this summery salad offers almost 12 grams of fiber and 10 grams of protein, so after enjoying one crunchy bite after another, you'll feel full, satisfied, and energized.
Get the recipe: black bean, corn, and avocado summer salad