Figure out what to make with black beans with this collection of 57 easy recipe ideas. From breakfast through dinner, there is a bean dish that’s perfect for the whole family.
Black Bean Dishes
Beans are a classic ingredient and a can of black beans is a staple in many people’s pantry. They can be used in a variety of dishes.
Buy them canned or dry. Either way works. Try adding these versatile beans to your breakfast routine, create one of these vegetarian meals, or try one of these delicious dessert recipes.
The best part? Beans are inexpensive and have a long shelf life.
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Each of these black bean recipes will tell you:
- Type of recipe
- Number of ingredients
- How many beans you will need and whether or not they are canned or dry black beans
- The complexity of ingredients (aka, whether or not you might need to hit the grocery store first)
- How long it takes to prepare (including cook time)
- Special diet (Keto, Gluten-free, etc)
- Equipment needed. (Pressure cooker, Crockpot, etc.)
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Recipes using black beans
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What to make with black beans
Check out these amazing ideas for these easy black beans From Meatless Monday to an easy way to create a healthy side dish you’ll find some new favorite recipes Most of these recipes have simple ingredients so you’ll be whipping up a great meal in no time!
Ingredients that work well with black beans:
These ingredients will pop up in a lot of the recipes below. So if you have them on hand, you will be able to find more recipes to make.
- Bell Peppers
- Brown Rice or White Rice
- Sour Cream
- Tortilla Chips and Tortillas
- Limes
- Red Onions
- Spices like Ground Cumin, Garlic Powder and Adobo
- Cheddar Cheese
- Quinoa
- Green Olives
Black Bean Recipes
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Each of these black bean ideas includes the key information that will help you in deciding which idea is right for you!
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TYPE: Appetizer
INGREDIENT COUNT: 9 plus salt and pepper
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 20 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Beer
TYPE: Appetizer
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 15 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Feta
TYPE: Appetizer
INGREDIENT COUNT: 9 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 10 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Layered Dip
NOTES: Gluten-Free
TYPE: Appetizer
INGREDIENT COUNT: 4 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 10 Minutes
NOTES: Vegan, Gluten-Free
TYPE: Appetizer
INGREDIENT COUNT: 3 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 5 Minutes
TYPE: Breakfast
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 25 Minutes
TYPE: Breakfast
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Kale
NOTES: Vegan
TYPE: Lunch
INGREDIENT COUNT: 8
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 5 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Avocado
TYPE: Lunch
INGREDIENT COUNT: 9 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 25 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Mango
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 2 cans
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Sweet and Spicey
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 3 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Dry
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 lb
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 2 hours 5 minutes (plus soaking time)
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Refried
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 2 cans
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 27 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Cilantro
TYPE: Side Dish
INGREDIENT COUNT: 8 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 20 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Cotija Cheese
Tropical Buddha Bowls with Plantains, Black Beans, and Mango Salsa
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 16 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 2 cans
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 40 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Plantains and Mango Salsa
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 12 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Sweet Potatoes
Black Bean Sweet Potato Buddha Bowl with Caramelized Onion Tahini Dressing
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 10 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 27 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Tahini Dressing
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 8 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Dry or Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 lb or 4 cans
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Red Cabbage
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 13 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 50 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Avocado Sauce
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 11 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 2 cans
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 1 hour 10 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Quinoa
NOTES: Gluten-Free
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 8 plus toppings and pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Tahini Sauce
NOTES: Vegan, Gluten-Free
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 5 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Cooked
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1/2 cup
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 35 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Guacamole
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 5 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Ground Beef
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 9 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 50 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Chicken
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 10 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 47 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Meatless
NOTES: Vegetarian
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 2 cans
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 50 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Sweet Potatoes
NOTES: Vegan, Gluten-Free
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6 plus oil and toppings
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 40 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Turkey
NOTES: Dairy-Fre, Gluten-Free, Keto
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 2 cans
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 4 hours 15 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Butternut Squash
NOTES: Slow Cooker
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 12 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 45 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Zucchini
NOTES: Vegan
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 11 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 50 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Pumpkin
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 10 plus garnish and pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 60 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Turkey
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus oil and salt
CANNED OR DRY: Cooked
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 cup
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 50 Minutes
NOTES: Vegan
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 12 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 2 cans
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 60 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Avocado Sauce
NOTES: Vegan, Gluten-Free
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 9 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 40 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Queso
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 11 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 1 hour 35 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Ground Beef
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Cooked
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1/4 cup
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 15 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Meatless
NOTES: Vegetarian
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 4 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Corn
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 45 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Spanish
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 4 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 3 cans
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 40 Minutes
NOTES: Vegetarian
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6
CANNED OR DRY: Cooked
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1/2 cup
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 20 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Guatemalan
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 12 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY BEANS: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 60 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Cheesy
NOTES: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 10 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 2 cans
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 45 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Quinoa
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 2 cans
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Meatless
NOTES: Vegan
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 8 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 2 cans
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 40 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Chorizo
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 10 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 55 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Classic
NOTES: Vegan, Gluten-Free
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 9 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Dry
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 2 1/2 cups
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 50 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Cuban
NOTES: Pressure Cooker, Vegan, Gluten-Free, Diary-Free
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 8 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Dry
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 24 oz
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 2 hours 3 minutes (plus soaking time)
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Brazilian
NOTES: Instant Pot
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus garnish and pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 2 cans
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: South American
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus toppings and pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 0 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Quinoa
NOTES: Vegan, Gluten-Free
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus garnish and pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 55 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL:
NOTES: Vegetarian
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Cooked
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 3 cups
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 40 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Avocado-Lime Sauce
NOTES: Vegetarian
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 11 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 40 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Sweet Potatoes
TYPE: Dessert
INGREDIENT COUNT: 5 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Walnuts
NOTES: Vegan
TYPE: Dessert
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 35 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Rocky Road
TYPE: Dessert
INGREDIENT COUNT: 3 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 2 cans
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 50 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Classic
NOTES: Flourless
TYPE: Dessert
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 2 cans
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 30 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Dates
NOTES: Vegan, Gluten-Free
TYPE: Dessert
INGREDIENT COUNT: 5 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple items you might have in your pantry
TIME: 40 Minutes
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL: Cherries
NOTES: Gluten-Free
TYPE: Dessert
INGREDIENT COUNT: 4 plus basic pantry ingredients
CANNED OR DRY: Canned
AMOUNT OF BLACK BEANS: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: Basic gluten-free ingredients.
TIME: 20 Minutes
NOTES: Gluten-Free
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