Spicy Black Beans

By LaurenBoyle

When you're short on time but want a side with lots of flavor, stir up a pot of Spicy Black Beans. Canned black beans get their heat from a minced jalapeno pepper, and lime juice and cilantro add to its savoriness.

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons canola oil
• 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1 jalapeno pepper, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 (15-ounce) can organic no-salt-added black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Details

Preparation time 10mins
Cooking time 10mins
Adapted from myrecipes.com

Preparation

Step 1

Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add canola oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add bell pepper and minced jalapeño pepper; sauté 4 minutes. Add fresh lime juice, salt, and black beans. Cook 3 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro.