Black Beans

Cuisine

Mexican

Meal Type

Side Dish

Servings

Cost

Time

105 Min

Ingredients

2 cups dried black beans, soaked overnight
8 cups water
1/2 onion
4 garlic cloves
1 bay leaf
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp chopped cilantro

Instructions

Drain soaked beans and place in a pot with fresh water, onion, garlic, and bay leaf.
Bring to a boil, reduce to a gentle simmer, and cook 60 to 90 minutes until tender, adding water as needed.
Stir in cumin and salt during the final 15 minutes.
Discard onion and bay leaf, stir in olive oil and cilantro, and adjust seasoning.

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Total Calories

1680

Serving Calories

210

Nutrition Information

Approx. per serving: 210 calories; 12g protein; 38g carbohydrates; 3g fat; 10g fiber; 2g sugar; 300mg sodium. Notable sources may include folate, iron, magnesium, potassium.