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This vibrant skillet dish transforms simple pantry staples into a bold, flavorful main course. Black beans and chopped tomatoes simmer together with fragrant garlic, red pepper flakes, and fresh cilantro to create a rich, savory sauce. The heat from the red pepper is balanced by the earthiness of the beans and the acidity of the tomatoes, resulting in a complex flavor profile that is both comforting and exciting. It cooks in under thirty minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it over rice, with crusty bread, or alongside a fresh green salad for a complete, satisfying vegan meal.
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Spicy Hot Black Beans & Tomatoes
Description
This vibrant skillet dish transforms simple pantry staples into a bold, flavorful main course. Black beans and chopped tomatoes simmer together with fragrant garlic, red pepper flakes, and fresh cilantro to create a rich, savory sauce. The heat from the red pepper is balanced by the earthiness of the beans and the acidity of the tomatoes, resulting in a complex flavor profile that is both comforting and exciting. It cooks in under thirty minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it over rice, with crusty bread, or alongside a fresh green salad for a complete, satisfying vegan meal.Ingredients
Directions
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Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and place over medium heat.
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Add olive oil to the skillet and heat until shimmering.
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Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and tender, about 1 minute.
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Stir in chopped tomatoes and reduce heat to medium-low.
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Cook uncovered for 6 minutes, or until the mixture is slightly thickened.
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Stir in drained black beans, ground red pepper, and chopped cilantro.
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Cover the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, or until the beans are thoroughly heated.
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Garnish with additional fresh cilantro if desired.
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Serve hot over rice.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 122.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1.6g3%
- Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 780012.8mg32501%
- Total Carbohydrate 24.8g9%
- Dietary Fiber 1.6g7%
- Sugars 0.8g
- Protein 4.8g10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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