Category: Recipes

  • Mediterranean Spinach & Bean Salad

    Ingredients 1-1/2 cups cooked garbanzo beans, or 1 can (15 ounces/425 g) garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed 1/2 cup (76 g) crumbled Feta cheese 1 roasted red pepper, fresh or from a jar, finely chopped 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes in … Continue reading → Continue reading →

  • Tex Mex Bites

    Ingredients 6 -10 inch (25 cm) whole wheat or regular flour tortilla 1-19oz can black, red kidney OR pinto beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup chunky medium salsa 1/2 tsp chili powder 1 cup shredded low-fat cheddar or mozzarella cheese … Continue reading → Continue reading →

  • Tried & True Minestrone Soup

    Ingredients 1 1/2 cups tubetti pasta (or pasta of choice) 2 tbsp olive oil 8 cups reduced sodium chicken or veggie broth 6 cloves garlic, chopped 1 large yellow onion, chopped 3 stalks celery, chopped 2 large carrots, chopped 1 tbsp … Continue reading → Continue reading →

  • Sweet Potatoes Stuffed with Chipotle Black Bean and Corn Salad

    Ingredients 4 small sweet potatoes or yams, baked 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup corn* 3 green onions, thinly sliced 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped For the Vinaigrette: 2 limes, zested and juiced 1 tablespoon oil … Continue reading → Continue reading →

  • Spicy Roasted Chickpeas

    Ingredients 1 15 oz. can of chickpeas (garbanzo beans) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 2 teaspoons of spice mixture (a curry, Morrocan, or Mexican spice mixture work well) Directions Make sure the chickpeas are completely dry after … Continue reading → Continue reading →

  • Homemade Baked Beans

    Ingredients 1/2 lb pinto or white beans, soaked overnight in water 1 can “no salt added” tomato sauce (15oz) 2 1/2 tbsp soy sauce or gluten-free soy sauce (45g) 1 3/4 cup water or vegetable broth (420g) 2 tbsp apple cider … Continue reading → Continue reading →

  • Quinoa Taco Salad

    Ingredients 1 cup quinoa 1 red onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced half a red bell pepper, chopped half a green bell pepper, chopped half a yellow bell pepper, chopped 1 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon oregano 1-2 teaspoons chili … Continue reading → Continue reading →

  • Oatmeal Berry Bars

    Preparation time: 10 minutes / Baking time: 20 minutes / Makes 16 Squares Ingredients 1 cup (250 ml) white bean flour* 1 cup (250 mL) pure uncontaminated rolled oats** 1/2 cup (125 mL) packed dark brown sugar 1 ½ tsp … Continue reading → Continue reading →

  • Chickpea Hummus

    Preparation time: 10 minutes / Cooking time: none/ Serves 20 (600 g) Ingredients 2 cups (500 mL) cooked chickpeas OR 1 – 19 oz can (540 mL) chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1/3 cup (75 mL) tahini paste or peanut butter … Continue reading → Continue reading →

  • BBQ Black Bean Pizza

    Ingredients 2 cans black beans rinsed and drained(or sub an equal amount of previously cooked chicken for a BBQ chicken pizza) 1/2 C barbeque sauce(homemade or look for one that has minimal ingredients) 1 large onion(or 2 small), sliced or … Continue reading → Continue reading →

  • Cuban Black Bean Stuffed Peppers

    Ingredients 2 cups quick cooking white rice (divided) 1 1/2 cups chicken broth (reduced sodium) or water 6 medium bell peppers, any color 1 (15oz) can S&W® Cuban Recipe Black Beans with Onions, Peppers & Cumin (do not drain) 1 … Continue reading → Continue reading →

  • Skinny Black Bean & Cheese Enchilada Casserole

    Ingredients 3/4 Cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded 1 can Black Beans – Cuban Recipe, S&W brand 1 Tomatoes, diced 1 Cup Cottage Cheese, low-fat, low sodium 3 to 4 Green Onions, sliced 1/4 Tbsp Taco Seasoning (recipe below) 9 Corn Tortillas, … Continue reading → Continue reading →

  • Black Bean Antojitos

    A quick appetizer for a party or just as a snack at home, Black Bean Antojitos are easy to prepare and a great addition to any event! 1-19 oz can Black Beans, rinsed and drained 1 lime, squeezed for juice … Continue reading → Continue reading →

  • Speckled Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Ingredients 1 cup black bean flour 1/2 tsp Baking Soda 1/2 tsp Salt 1/2 cup butter, room temperature 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup brown sugar 1 egg 1 tsp vanilla 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Directions PREHEAT oven to … Continue reading → Continue reading →

  • Black Bean, Chickpea & Avocado Salad

    DRESSING 1 tsp Lime rind 1/4 Cup Lime juice 1/4 Cup Olive Oil 2 Cloves Garlic, minced 1 Jalapeno, finely chopped Salt & Pepper to taste Directions: Whisk together all ingredients. Set aside. SALAD 2 Cups Cooked Black Beans or  … Continue reading → Continue reading →

  • Lentil Calzones

    Ingredients: 13.8 oz (391g) prepared pizza dough (or enough for 1 large pizza) 1-19 fl oz (1-540 mL) lentils, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup (125 mL) sundried tomatoes, dry, not in oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 cup (250 mL) pepperoni slices, halved 1/2 cup (125 mL) sliced black olives 2 cup (500 mL) light shredded mozzarella 1 1/2 cup (375 … Continue reading → Continue reading →

  • Gingerbread Cupcakes (Gluten-Free)

    Ingredients: 1 cup brown rice flour 1 tsp baking soda 2 tsp ground ginger 1 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground cloves 1 tsp xanthan gum 1/2 tsp table salt 1 cup lentil puree 2 (room temperature) large eggs 2/3 cup (packed) brown sugar 1/3 cup canola oil 1/3 cup (not blackstrap) molasses 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp apple cider vinegar Directions: Place rack in middle of oven. Preheat oven … Continue reading → Continue reading →

  • Beet and Bean Borscht

    A tasty and satisfying classic from Baba! Ingredients: 3 tbsp (45 mL) canola oil 1 large onion, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 2 carrots, diced 3 celery stalks, diced 3 cup (750 mL) green cabbage, shredded 3 cup (750 mL) beets, peeled and chopped 10 cup (2.5 L) reduced sodium vegetable or beef stock* 1-19 oz can (540 … Continue reading → Continue reading →