Use these to your advantage to cut down on dinnertime prep.
Plus, this recipe requires just three ingredients, not including basics like salt, pepper and oil.
And don’t forget the leftovers!
Photo:Photography: Carson Downing, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabe Greco
They make an easy lunch on the go.
Black Bean Quesadillas
In a hurry?
These satisfying quesadillas take just 15 minutes to make.
Photography: Carson Downing, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabe Greco
We like them with black beans, but pinto beans work well too.
If you like a little heat, be sure to use pepper Jack cheese in the filling.
Serve with: A little sour cream and a mixed green salad.
The mix pairs well with mashed beans and avocado, which hold everything together.
Using frozen riced cauliflower instead of rice reduces the carb contentand makes for quicker prep.
Cabbage provides a delicious crunch.
Ali Redmond
Look for a soup that contains no more than 450 mg sodium per serving.
Black Bean Soup
This is a zippy Southwestern-flavored black bean soup.
We make it with canned beans so it comes together in minutes.
Alison Miksch
If you have leftovers, pack them up in individual serving containers for lunch the next day.
They cook up quickly in a panini press.
Jason Donnelly
