These beans are a great prepare-ahead option. They reheat well, and the flavor is even better after a couple of hours. Try them chilled with a few baked tortilla chips for an excellent high-fiber snack. Or heat them up—they’re fantastic stirred into brown rice for a tasty side dish to accompany Luau London Broil (see page 105). Or simply toss the chilled beans into a salad.
Recipe information
Yield
3 servings
Ingredients
Preparation
Microwave Instructions
Step 1
Add the beans to a medium microwave-safe bowl. Cover the bowl with a microwave-safe plate. Microwave the beans on high until they are heated through, about 1 minute.
Step 2
Stir in the onion, lime juice, cilantro, and cumin until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Stovetop Instructions
Step 3
Instead of microwaving the beans, heat them over medium heat in a small saucepan, stirring occasionally, until warmed, 5 to 7 minutes. Then follow the remaining instructions, mixing them directly in the pan, removed from the heat.
nutrition information
Step 4
Each (heaping 1/2-cup) serving has:
Step 5
Calories: 82
Step 6
Protein: 6g
Step 7
Carbohydrates: 20g
Step 8
Trace Fat
Step 9
Saturated Fat: 0g
Step 10
Cholesterol: 0mg
Step 11
Fiber: 7g
Step 12
Sodium: 291mg
