Black Beans a la Olla

Fresh herbs gives a hot Spanish flair to this black bean dish. It’s a favorite from my Argentine boyfriend. This is traditionally served over rice.

Step: 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat; cook the onions and garlic in the oil until the onions are translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the black beans, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, cumin, and cayenne pepper; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 5 minutes. Add 3/4 cup cilantro and simmer another 2 minutes. Stir in the green onions and remove from heat. Garnish with 1/4 cup cilantro.

Per Serving: 179 calories; protein 8g; carbohydrates 27.5g; fat 5.3g; sodium 752.6mg.

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