Best 6 Black Bean Pitas Recipes

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Black bean pitas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that is packed with protein and fiber. Whether you are a vegetarian or simply looking for a healthier alternative to traditional meat-based dishes, black bean pitas are a great option. They can be served with a variety of toppings, such as fresh vegetables, cheese, or salsa. So, get ready to embark on a culinary journey and discover the best recipe for cooking black bean pitas that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied.

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BLACK BEAN PITA POCKETS



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"This is my own creation, invented one day at lunch time when I had limited time and ingredients," writes Ruth Lee, of Troy, Ontario. To add a fresh, crisp taste, add chopped cilantro to these pockets. Complete your meal by serving these with Chunky Tomato Guacamole.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
2 tablespoons chopped sweet red pepper
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon finely chopped celery
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 pita bread (6 inches), halved
3/4 cup torn romaine
1 plum tomato, seeded and chopped

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Just before serving, fill pita bread halves with romaine, bean mixture and tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 615mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

VEGAN SPICY BLACK BEAN PITA SANDWICH



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20-minute sandwich loaded with spicy black beans, a creamy tangy mayo, and a mountain of fresh veg. Oil-free and gluten-free options are included. And if you aren't into spice you can still enjoy the sandwich, just check the recipe notes.

Provided by Sam Turnbull • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

Categories     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 yellow onion, (chopped)
3 cloves garlic, (minced)
1 can (19oz) (2 cups) black beans, (drained and rinsed)
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne ((or to taste))
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 clove garlic, (finely minced or pressed)
1/2 teaspoon cumin
4 pitas, (warmed if desired (gluten-free if preferred))
1 avocado, (diced)
1 tomato, (diced)
1/2 head romaine lettuce, (separated into leaves)
1/2 cup cucumber, (sliced)
1/4 red onion, (thinly sliced)
1/4 cup pickled hot banana pepper rings

Steps:

  • To make the Spicy Black Beans: heat the oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion turns translucent and begins to brown. Add the black beans, chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, and salt and stir to combine. Cook for another 3 - 5 minutes to heat the beans through. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • To make the Tangy Garlic Mayo: In a small bowl, mix together the vegan mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, and cumin. Set aside.
  • To assemble the Pita Sandwiches: Warm the pitas, if desired. Spread each pita with about 2 tablespoons of the tangy garlic mayo. Divide the black bean mixture among the pitas, and then all of the remaining toppings- the avocado, tomato, lettuce, cucumber, red onion, and banana peppers. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 pita sandwich (recipe makes 4 sandwiches), Calories 492 kcal, Carbohydrate 47 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 30 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 519 mg, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 4 g, UnsaturatedFat 10 g

BLACK BEAN PIE



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This is a hearty main dish pie. We serve it with a green salad and a light dessert. If desired, add a few sliced jalapenos and 1/2 pound of ground beef to the pie.

Provided by Sherrie

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can peeled and diced tomatoes, drained
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, crushed
2 (9 inch) unbaked pie crusts
1 (16 ounce) package Cheddar cheese
10 (6 inch) flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, mix the beans, green chiles, tomatoes, onion and garlic. Line 9 inch pie pan with one pie crust. Pour 1/4 of the bean mixture into crust and spread evenly. Sprinkle with some of the cheese and cover with a tortilla. Continue to layer mixture the with cheese and tortillas, then cover with second pie crust. Flute edges and make slits in top.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until crust is golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 920.3 calories, Carbohydrate 103.6 g, Cholesterol 58.8 mg, Fat 38 g, Fiber 24.9 g, Protein 42.4 g, SaturatedFat 16.6 g, Sodium 1659.4 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

BLACK BEAN PITAS



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This delicious dish is inspired by a recipe from drfuhrman.com. It reminds us of bean dishes we have had in a Mexican restaurant. I've made a few changes and rewritten the instructions to simplify the preparation. The black bean mixture can also be used to fill a large corn tortilla wrap or served over shredded romaine lettuce for a warm salad. You can also layer the black beans with corn tortillas in an 8 inch square pan and bake 15 minutes in a 375 degree oven.

Provided by Anne Sainz

Categories     Black Beans

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (8 ounce) can no-salt-added tomato sauce (I like Hunts)
1/4 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1 (15 ounce) can low-sodium black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup frozen corn kernels
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried cilantro
1/16 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 mushrooms, chopped
1/2 teaspoon oil (to coat pan)
4 pita bread, cut crosswise and opened to create pocket

Steps:

  • Combine tomato sauce, balsamic vinegar, black beans, corn, chili powder, cumin, onion powder, cilantro and cayenne pepper. Set aside.
  • Chop pepper, onion and mushrooms. Set aside.
  • Coat large covered non-stick pot (at least 3 quarts) with oil. Add green pepper, onion and mushrooms. Cook over medium heat until tender, stirring frequently, adding small amounts of water as needed to prevent sticking.
  • Stir in the tomato-bean mixture and simmer until heated through.
  • Fill each pita half with about 1/8 of the bean mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.1, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 368.1, Carbohydrate 62.5, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 5.9, Protein 10.1

CHICKEN AND BLACK BEAN PITAS



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This was great! It reminded me of Jack-in-the-Box pitas. I used frozen pre-cooked diced chicken from the grocery store. It worked fine. Also, if you have someone who doesn't like onions, onion powder is fine to substitute.

Provided by Chef corella

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 4 sandwiches, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/8 cup onion, chopped
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can black beans (drained and rinsed)
1 cup corn (drained)
1 1/2 cups chicken meat, cooked
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/8 teaspoon garlic, minced
salt and pepper
4 pita bread, sandwich breads

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large skillet combine onions and garlic. Sauté over medium heat for 2 minutes. Add corn, beans and chicken and sauté for another 2 minutes.
  • Drain mixture and cool slightly.
  • In a large mixing bowl combine all ingredients except pitas. Mix well.
  • Stuff pitas with mixture.
  • Cook in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes.
  • Serve with salsa and sour cream. MMMMM!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 546.8, Fat 17.8, SaturatedFat 9.5, Cholesterol 44.5, Sodium 600.5, Carbohydrate 71.6, Fiber 12.4, Sugar 2.6, Protein 27.3

CORN, BLACK BEAN, AND PITA BREAD SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Bean     Bake     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Feta     Corn     Boil     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

two 6-inch pita loaves
3 cups cooked black beans (about two 1-pound cans)
4 ears fresh corn
1 cup finely chopped red onion
1 1/2 cups finely diced celery
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 ounces low-fat feta, crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375° F.
  • Halve pitas horizontally and sprinkle rough sides with salt and pepper to taste. On a baking sheet toast pitas, rough sides up, in middle of oven until golden, about 5 minutes, and break into bite-size pieces. Rinse and drain beans in a colander.
  • In a kettle cover corn with water and bring to a boil. Drain corn and when cool enough to handle cut kernels from cobs into a bowl. Add pita pieces, beans, remaining ingredients, and salt and pepper to taste and toss to combine.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe avocados. If your avocados are not ripe, you can place them in a paper bag with an apple or banana for a day or two to help them ripen.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can mash the avocados by hand. However, a food processor will give you a smoother consistency.
  • Feel free to add other ingredients to your guacamole, such as chopped tomatoes, onions, cilantro, or jalapeños. You can also add a squeeze of lime juice or a dash of salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve your guacamole immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Be sure to cover the guacamole tightly to prevent it from browning.

Conclusion:

The recipes in this article are all delicious and easy to make. They're perfect for a quick and healthy meal or snack. So next time you're looking for something new to try, be sure to give one of these recipes a try.

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