Black Beans with Vegetables
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Black Beans with Vegetables is a nutritious dish made from black beans combined with a medley of vegetables, often seasoned for enhanced flavor. This dish is a great source of plant-based protein.
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 Vegetables
Example recipe — not from the Healthy Heart kitchen. This is a popular home-style version of Black Beans with Vegetables shown for general reference. It does not reflect the ingredients, preparation, or allergens in meals prepared by Healthy Heart Food Service.
Black Beans with Vegetables is a vibrant and nutritious dish, perfect for a wholesome family meal. Packed with plant-based protein and colorful veggies, it's both satisfying and delicious.
Ingredients
- •2 tbsp olive oil
- •1 medium onion, diced
- •2 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- •1 medium zucchini, diced
- •1 tsp ground cumin
- •1 tsp chili powder
- •2 cups cooked black beans
- •1 cup corn kernels
- •1 cup diced tomatoes
- •1 tsp salt
- •1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- 1Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 2Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
- 3Stir in the red bell pepper and zucchini, cooking until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
- 4Add the ground cumin and chili powder, stirring to coat the vegetables.
- 5Mix in the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and salt, and cook until heated through, about 10 minutes.
- 6Remove from heat and stir in the fresh cilantro before serving.
Chef Tips
- For added heat, include a diced jalapeño with the vegetables.
- Use canned black beans for convenience, but be sure to rinse them well.
- Leftovers can be stored 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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About This Item
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.