Black Beans with Spinach
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Black Beans with Spinach is a nutritious dish made by simmering black beans and fresh spinach, creating a flavorful and protein-rich option. A notable nutritional highlight is its iron content, which supports overall health.
This dish is served in various meal programs across New York City, including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, and catering.
Popular Home Recipes for Black Beans with Spinach
Example recipe — not from the Healthy Heart kitchen. This is a popular home-style version of Black Beans with Spinach shown for general reference. It does not reflect the ingredients, preparation, or allergens in meals prepared by Healthy Heart Food Service.
Black Beans with Spinach is a vibrant, protein-rich dish that's perfect for a quick, nutritious meal. The combination of tender black beans and fresh spinach provides a delicious source of iron and other essential nutrients.
Ingredients
- •2 tbsp olive oil
- •1 medium onion, diced
- •2 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 tsp ground cumin
- •1 tsp chili powder
- •2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed (15 oz each)
- •4 cups fresh spinach
- •1 cup vegetable broth
- •1 tsp salt
- •0.5 tsp black pepper
- •0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- •1 tbsp lime juice
Instructions
- 1Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 2Add diced onion and garlic; sauté until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 3Stir in cumin and chili powder; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4Add black beans and vegetable broth; bring to a simmer.
- 5Stir in fresh spinach, salt, and black pepper; cook until spinach is wilted, about 3 minutes.
- 6Remove from heat and stir in cilantro and lime juice.
Chef Tips
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika.
- Use frozen spinach if fresh is unavailable; adjust cooking time as needed.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Example home recipe for reference only — not used by Healthy Heart Food Service. For ingredient and allergen information about meals we serve, contact us.
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This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.