Best 10 Black Beans With Cilantro Recipes

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Discover the culinary delight of black beans and cilantro, a tantalizing combination that promises to awaken your taste buds and transport you to a realm of flavor and aroma. This classic dish, steeped in tradition and loved by many, offers a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, making it a versatile and satisfying meal option. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of creating a delectable black bean and cilantro dish that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

CUBAN BLACK BEANS WITH CILANTRO AND LIME



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A quick and easy version of the Cuban Black beans! I'm sautéing up jalapeños, onions, and garlic and then simmering the beans until they are tender and topping them with cilantro and lime! So, so delicious!

Provided by Marzia

Categories     30 Minute Meals

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon oil
1 medium red onion, diced
1-2 jalapeños, seeded + ribs removed then diced
4-5 cloves garlic, minced
2 (15 ounce cans) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup warm water
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½-1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder (optional)
2-3 tablespoons cilantro
3 tablespoons lime juice (or more!)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a stockpot or dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sauté the onions and jalapeños for 4-5 minutes or until they turn translucent. Add the garlic and continue to cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add the black beans, warm water, salt, cumin, and chili powder and bring to a boil. When boiling, reduce the heat so that it simmers. Allow to cook for 10-15 minutes or until most of the water evaporates leaving a thick sort of broth. At this point, if you'd like to thicken the beans a bit more you can remove about ½ - 1 cup of beans and mash them (using a potato masher or a wooden spoon) to make a thick sort of paste but this is optional. Add the beans back into the pot and stir. Top with fresh cilantro and lime juice stir to combine.

BLACK BEANS AND RICE WITH CILANTRO PESTO



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 10h20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound black beans, picked over, soaked overnight and drained
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 Spanish onion, finely chopped
2 cups long grain rice
Salt and freshly ground pepper
2 cups chopped cilantro leaves, plus 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, for garnish
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon pine nuts
3/4 cup pure olive oil
1/2 cup grated cotija cheese

Steps:

  • Place soaked beans in a medium saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until cooked through, about 1 1/2 hours, adding more water if needed. Drain beans into a colander set over a bowl and reserve the cooking liquid from the beans.
  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan on the grates of the grill. Add the onions and cook until soft. Add the rice, toss to coat in the oil and onion mixture, and cook for 2 minutes. Add 3 3/4 cups of the bean cooking liquid (if there is not enough liquid, add some water to measure 3 3/4 cups). Season the rice with salt and pepper, stir well, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, place cover on the pot, and cook until rice is just cooked through, about 14 to 16 minutes.
  • While the rice is cooking, place cilantro, garlic and pine nuts in a food processor and process until coarsely chopped. With the motor running, add the oil and process until smooth. Add the cheese and process until incorporated. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Place rice and beans in a large bowl, fold in the cilantro pesto, and garnish with the additional chopped cilantro.

BEST BLACK BEANS



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This simple black bean side dish works well with Mexican or Cuban meals.

Provided by Cameron

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) can black beans
1 small onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine beans, onion, and garlic, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Season with cilantro, cayenne, and salt. Simmer for 5 minutes, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Carbohydrate 20.8 g, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 8.2 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 510.1 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

BLACK BEAN CHILI WITH CILANTRO



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Try a delicious chili recipe from the Betty Crocker team chili cook off.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/4 cup dry sherry or Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 large onions, chopped (2 cups)
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
3 cans (15 oz each) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 large tomato, chopped (1 cup)
2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons tomato paste
4 teaspoons chili powder or to taste
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Salt and pepper to taste
Additional chopped onion
Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Plain yogurt or sour cream

Steps:

  • 1n 4- to 5-quart Dutch oven, heat sherry and oil over medium heat. Add onions; cook until softened. Add celery, carrot and bell pepper; cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients except garnishes. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cover; simmer 45 to 60 minutes or until chili is desired thickness. Garnish individual servings with onion, cheese and a dollop of yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 70 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 23 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 560 mg, Sugar 14 g, TransFat 0 g

HEATHER'S CILANTRO, BLACK BEAN, AND CORN SALSA



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This is a fun summer recipe that can be served on its own, or with tortilla chips. It is also beautiful, so make sure you have a clear bowl to put it in.

Provided by hvoeltner

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes     Corn Salsa Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 72

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (15 ounce) can yellow corn, drained
1 (15 ounce) can white corn, drained
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes, drained
1 bunch finely chopped cilantro
5 green onions, finely sliced
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
¼ cup lime juice
1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and diced
2 tablespoons olive oil, or to taste

Steps:

  • Stir the yellow and white corn, black beans, tomatoes, cilantro, green onion, red onion, bell pepper, and garlic in a large bowl. Gently mix in the lime juice and avocado. Drizzle with olive oil to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 30 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 84.9 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

BLACK BEANS WITH GARLIC, CUMIN, AND CILANTRO



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Categories     Bean     Garlic     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Spring     Cilantro     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

a 16- to 19-ounce can black beans
2 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup tomato juice or water
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Rinse black beans and drain. Chop garlic. In a nonstick skillet cook garlic and cumin in oil over moderate heat, stirring, until fragrant. Add black beans, juice or water, and salt and cook, stirring, until beans are heated through. Stir in cilantro.

BLACK BEANS WITH CILANTRO



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Categories     Bean     Onion     Side     Quick & Easy     Low/No Sugar     Healthy     Cilantro     Boil     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 lb dried black beans (2/3 cup), picked over and rinsed
1 small onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
2 fresh cilantro sprigs
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
6 cups cold water
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring beans, onion, cilantro sprigs, oil, and water to a boil in a 2-quart heavy pot. Reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, until beans are just tender, about 1 1/4 hours. Add salt and simmer, uncovered, until liquid is evaporated to just below level of beans. Season with salt and discard cilantro sprigs.

BLACK BEAN SALAD WITH MANGO, CILANTRO AND LIME



Black Bean Salad with Mango, Cilantro and Lime image

Provided by Kelsey Nixon

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/3 cup canola oil
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1/2 small ripe mango, peeled and diced into 1/4-inch pieces
1/2 yellow bell pepper, cut into small dice
1 (14.5-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 small jalapeno, seeds and ribs removed, minced
1 small red onion, cut into small dice
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • In a small mixing bowl, combine the vinegar, lime juice, honey and cumin. Slowly whisk in the oil until incorporated. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Mix the mango, pepper, beans, jalapeno and onion together in a large bowl. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the ingredients and toss to combine. Season the salad with salt and pepper. Garnish with the cilantro.

BLACK BEAN SALAD WITH LIME-CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE



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A light & refreshing summer salad - takes a little time to get everything chopped, but it's definitely worth it in the end.

Provided by accidental glutton

Categories     Black Beans

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
3 ears fresh corn, kernels cut off the cob
1/4 cup diced red onion
2 red bell peppers, diced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons shallots, minced
2 avocados, diced
2 limes, zest of
9 tablespoons fresh lime juice
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon cumin
2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients, except avocados, in a large bowl and mix well. Toss with desired amount of dressing.
  • Cover and chill for a few hours or overnight. Right before serving, add avocados and mix gently, being careful not to mash avocados.
  • Serve at room temperature.

BLACK BEAN PUREE WITH CILANTRO



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     side dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound black turtle beans
1 onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
2 tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped (fresh or canned)
2 cloves garlic, minced (green part removed)
1 green chili, seeded and minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Freshly ground pepper to taste
Coarse salt to taste
1 cup hot chicken stock
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Simmer the beans in water to cover with the onion, celery, carrot, tomatoes, garlic, chili, cumin and pepper for one hour. Season to taste with salt. Add more water if necessary and cook until tender.
  • Puree the beans in two batches with their liquid in a food processor, adding enough of the chicken stock to make a smooth puree. Correct seasoning. Before serving, sprinkle the puree with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 51, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 369 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

Tips:

  • To save time, use canned black beans instead of dried beans. Just be sure to rinse them well before using.
  • If you don't have cilantro on hand, you can substitute parsley or basil.
  • For a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder.
  • Serve black beans with cilantro over rice, quinoa, or your favorite grain.
  • Add black beans with cilantro to your favorite soup or salad for a boost of protein and flavor.

Conclusion:

Black beans with cilantro is a delicious, healthy, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's a great way to get your daily dose of protein, fiber, and vitamins. Plus, it's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give black beans with cilantro a try. You won't be disappointed!

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