Versatile and quick – a simple spicy side dish! Prep & Cooking: 15-20 minutes Makes: 2 cups Main Ingredients: 1 jar or can (400ml/15 oz.) black beans, drained and rinsed 1 small onion, finely diced 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp olive oil (optional) 2-3 tbsp of lemon or lime juice 2 tbsp tomato paste 1 ½ tsp cumin 1 ½ tsp chili powder Salt and pepper to taste 2-3 green onions, chopped Chopped cilantro or parsley (optional garnish) Method: Warm the oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until translucent, approximately 3-5 minutes. Add garlic and diced bell pepper. Continue to sauté until soft, an additional 2-3 minutes. Add beans, lemon juice, water, tomato paste, and seasonings and stir to combine and coat evenly. Place a lid on the sauce pan and allow to simmer on a low heat until heated through, approximately 7-8 minutes. Add chopped green onions and stir to mix. Top with additional green onion, chopped parsley or cilantro. Use this spicy bean mixture as a partner to rice. Cool and add to salads or top a baked sweet potato for a little extra kick!
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