Vegan Southwest-Style Black Beans

Published August 29, 2017
Updated July 16, 2026

What are Southwest-Style Black Beans?  They are a delicious and healthy side dish. Black Beans are filled with fiber and protein. Pair these beans with some rice or spoon into tortillas to make a complete protein with all the essential amino acids.

This Southwest-Style Black Beans recipe is a delicious dietitian approved vegetarian and vegan recipe. Pair these beans with some rice to make a complete protein.

Try this budget-friendly, gluten-free, nut-free, low sodium recipe which is so tasty it can easily become a favorite into your recipe rotation. See recipe below:

Southwest-Style Black Beans

Prep 5 minutes
Cook 15 minutes
Total 20 minutes
These black beans are a delicious and healthy side dish. They are filled with fiber and protein! Pair these beans with some rice or spoon into tortillas to make a complete protein with all the essential amino acids.
Servings 4 servings
Course Appetizers and Snacks, Side Dish
Cuisine Gluten Free, Mexican, Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup pico de gallo
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 cup water
  • salt

Method

  1. Place all ingredients in a sauce pan.
  2. Cook on medium heat for 15 minutes. Add salt to taste.

Nutrition

Carbohydrates28gProtein7gFat1gSodium486mgPotassium459mgFiber8g

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Please note:

Nutrition info is an estimate and may contain errors.

-Blog reviewed and updated by Rebecca Bitzer MS RD LD September 10, 2021

Klara Knezevic has over a decade of experience in the nutrition field and currently serves as the CEO and co-owner of Rebecca Bitzer and Associates. Klara is passionate about sharing practical nutrition tips to help you feel confident in the choices that you make. Coauthor of Cooking with Food Sensitivities Survival Guide and Nourished: 10 Ingredients to Happy, Healthy Eating.

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