Green and Black Bean Galore
This is a simple Mexican vegetable dish that uses string beans and black beans. It can be used with rice or wheat/corn tortillas. It is very easy to make. It is healthy, colorful and delicious. It can be made mild for kids – just don’t add the spice.
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Chili Powder, White Rice, Cilantro
Green and Black Beans Galore
Print recipe| Serves | 4 |
| Prep time | 5 minutes |
| Cook time | 15 minutes |
| Total time | 20 minutes |
| Dietary | Diabetic, Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian |
| Meal type | Lunch, Main Dish |
| Misc | Pre-preparable, Serve Hot |
| Region | Mexican |
Ingredients
- 1 Large package Frozen Cut Beans
- 1 can Cooked Black Beans
- 1 Large Onion (finely chopped)
- 1 Bell Pepper (chopped into small pieces)
- 4 - 6 tablespoons Olive, Avocado or Sesame Oil
- 1 - 2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 - 2 teaspoon Mexican Chili Powder
- 4 cups Water
- 1/8 cup Cilantro (finely chopped)
- 2 Roma Tomatoes (finely chopped)
- 1 - 2 tablespoon Medium or Hot Salsa
Directions
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| Add frozen string beans to a microwaveable bowl. Add water until the vegetable is immersed. Add 1 teaspoon salt. Cook for 8 minutes. Use a toothpick to check. Beans must be cooked but firm. Drain in a colander. | |
| Step 2 | |
| Add oil to a medium frying pan. When oil is hot, add onion and bell pepper. Fry for 5 minutes or until onion is cooked. | |
| Step 3 | |
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Add the cooked string beans to the frying pan. Add the Mexican chili powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix and cook for 2 minutes.  | |
| Step 4 | |
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Add the black beans to the frying pan. Add the chopped cilantro, tomatoes and salsa as well. Add a few tablespoons of water, to make it like a stew. Mix all the ingredients. Cook for 3 more minutes.  | |
| Step 5 | |
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Serve hot with wheat or corn Tortillas or a bed of steamed white rice.  | |
