Black Beans With Tomatoes Olives Yellow Peppers And Croutons Recipes

BLACK BEANS WITH BELL PEPPERS & RICE

Steps:

• In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add peppers, onion and garlic; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until tender. Add beans, rice, cumin and oregano; heat through., Stir in 1 cup cheese; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Remove from heat. Let stand, covered, 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with cilantro.

TOMATO AND WAX-BEAN SALAD WITH OLIVE-OIL CROUTONS

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon salt and beans and return to a boil, then cook until crisp-tender, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Drain and run under cold water, then drain again and pat dry.
• Preheat oven to 375 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss bread with 1/4 cup oil; season with salt and pepper. Toast, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crisp, 15 minutes. Let cool completely on sheet, about 20 minutes.
• In a large bowl, toss beans, tomatoes, dill, remaining 6 tablespoons oil, and vinegar. Add croutons. Season with salt and pepper; serve, garnished with dill flowers and sprigs.

SPICY BLACK BEANS WITH BELL PEPPERS AND RICE

Steps:

• Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell peppers, garlic, cumin, jalapeño and oregano; sauté until vegetables begin to soften, about 8 minutes. Mash 1/2 cup beans.
• Add mashed beans, whole beans, tomatoes, orange juice and hot pepper sauce to skillet. Bring to boil, stirring frequently. reduce heat, cover and simmer 15 minutes. Uncover and simmer until reduced to thick sauce consistency, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
• Mound rice in center of platter. Spoon black bean mixture over.

FIESTA BLACK BEAN BELL PEPPER SKILLET

Steps:

• In a large non stick skillet sauté onions until they soften. Add peppers and seasonings and sauté until peppers are almost tender. Add tomatoes, beans, corn and lime juice. Cover and let simmer until tomatoes are soft but not mushy.
• Serve with tortilla chips and sour cream.
• As an alternative, once the peppers are tender transfer the mixture to an oven-safe dish, mix in the remaining ingredients, cover with shredded cheese and bake until the cheese melts.

BLACK BEANS AND TOMATOES - HOT AND SPICY

Steps:

• Coat a large nonstick skillet with veggie spray.
• add olive oil, and place over medium high heat until hot.
• Add garlic, sauté until tender.
• Add chopped tomatoes, reduce heat and cook uncovered 6 minutes or until mixture is slightly thickened.
• Stir in beans, cayenne pepper and cilantro, cover and cook 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
• Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

BLACK BEAN, YELLOW PEPPER, AND CUMIN CHILI

Steps:

• Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and cumin seeds; sauté until onion is soft and golden, stirring frequently, about 10 minutes. Add chipotle chilies and stir 30 seconds. Add black beans, diced tomatoes with juices, and vegetable broth; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium. Simmer uncovered until liquid is reduced by half, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes. Transfer 2 cups chili to processor. Blend to coarse paste; return to pot. Simmer chili to thicken, if desired. Season chili to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Refrigerate uncovered until cold, then cover and keep refrigerated. Rewarm over medium-low heat before serving.)

BLACK BEANS WITH TOMATOES, OLIVES, YELLOW PEPPERS, AND CROUTONS

Steps:

• Combine all the ingredients in a serving bowl and toss well. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Toss well again.
• Calories: 217
• Total Fat: 9.5g
• Protein: 8.5g
• Carbohydrates: 26.5g
• Fiber: 7g
• Sodium: 845mg