Have a pile of beans in your pantry? Try these 25 bean recipes tonight! From soups and chilis, to salads and sides, you’ll find something to love.
We love beans here at Isabel Eats! I grew up eating them every single day as a kid, and I’m still not tired of them. Not only are they inexpensive and affordable, but they’re also healthy, full of fiber, and a great source of protein.
They’re a great non-perishable food that lasts a really long time in your pantry and can be cooked a million different ways. They can easily be incorporated into salads, soups, chilis, dips, salsas, tacos, sides, burgers, and more.
25 Bean Recipes
Need a little bean recipe inspiration? I’ve got you covered. Without further ado, here are some of my favorite recipes using dried and canned beans!
How to Cook Canned Black Beans
An easy way to cook and season canned black beans to make a delicious and healthy side dish in no time! Serve with Mexican and Tex-Mex favorites like tacos, enchiladas and burritos.
Chorizo Chili
This Chorizo Chili is an easy one-pot meal that’s both delicious and satisfying. Bold flavors of traditional chili with a Tex-Mex twist come together for a comforting dish, thanks to the addition of Mexican chorizo!
Mexican Stuffed Peppers
These hearty and delicious Mexican Stuffed Peppers are packed with an easy and flavorful filling of ground turkey, black beans, corn, rice, and fire-roasted tomatoes, then topped with lots of melted cheese! They’re one of my favorite satisfying and healthy dinners.
Bean Dip
This bean dip is a quick and tasty appetizer made from refried beans, sour cream, chunky salsa, taco seasonings, and shredded cheese. Creamy, perfectly spiced, and full of flavor, it’s made with pantry-staple ingredients and ready in only 20 minutes.
Refried Beans
This is how to make Easy Refried Beans, just like your favorite Mexican restaurant, but even better! It includes a stovetop, slow cooker, and canned bean instructions.
Charro Beans
These Mexican cowboy beans are simmered in a flavorful broth made from bacon, ham, onions, garlic, peppers, tomatoes, and delicious spices. They make a delicious meal when served with some flour tortillas for dipping, or a great side dish to accompany Mexican rice and various meats.
Green Chicken Chili
This easy and flavorful Green Chicken Chili is the perfect cozy and comforting weeknight dish. Juicy shredded chicken and white beans come together with green chiles for a warm and tangy bowl of chili. Ready on the stovetop in under 1 hour, or can be made in the Crockpot or Instant Pot for an even easier meal!
Chimichangas
These easy chimichangas are filled with shredded chicken, cheese, refried beans, and salsa, then rolled in a flour tortilla and cooked until golden and crispy. You can pan-fry them in a skillet, bake them in the oven, or cook them in an air fryer!
Enfrijoladas
Enfrijoladas are Mexican enchiladas covered in a black bean sauce! Stuffed with cheese, they’re ready in only 15 minutes and are vegetarian and gluten-free.
Bean and Cheese Burritos
Classic bean and cheese burritos filled with flavorful and creamy refried beans, diced onions, and two types of shredded melty cheese! Ready in less than 30 minutes, these burritos are great for making ahead, meal prep, and even freezing for later.
Black Bean Enchiladas
Black Bean Enchiladas filled with a mixture of Bush’s® Black Beans, corn, onions, and bell peppers, and topped with a red enchilada sauce and melted cheese. Easy vegetarian enchiladas the whole family will love!
Black Bean and Corn Salsa
An easy, bright, and fresh Black Bean and Corn Salsa recipe that takes only 15 minutes to make! It’s the perfect appetizer for that upcoming party and makes a great side dish. (gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan)
Borracho Beans
Tender and creamy Borracho Beans (or Frijoles Borrachos) are an easy Mexican dish made from pinto beans simmered in a beer broth with bacon, onions, tomatoes and spices. Serve with a side of cornbread or flour tortillas for the perfect Tex-Mex dinner!
Bean and Cheese Tamales
These bean and cheese tamales are the ultimate Mexican comfort food. Made from refried black beans and lots of shredded cheese, they’re quick and easy to make and are the perfect traditional no-meat option for the holidays!
Chicken Enchilada Soup
This creamy chicken enchilada soup is packed with shredded chicken, black beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, green chiles, and enchilada sauce. It’s a quick and easy way to make a delicious and flavorful soup in just 30 minutes that will keep you full and satisfied!
Black Bean Quesadillas
These Black Bean Quesadillas are full of veggies and flavor! Black beans, corn, onions, peppers, and plenty of seasonings come together with gooey melted cheese in between buttery toasted tortillas for the ultimate delicious experience. Don’t forget the guacamole and sour cream!
Frijoles Puercos
Frijoles puercos are a creamy, savory, and versatile Mexican dish made with refried beans, chorizo, and cheese. This is perfect served as a dip with tortilla chips or as a side dish to accompany your favorite meal.
Mexican Omelet
This Mexican Omelet is a quick and easy breakfast packed with beans, peppers, corn, tomatoes, and onions, then topped with chunky salsa, sour cream, and avocado.
Black Bean Soup
This Easy Black Bean Soup Recipe uses canned black beans, veggies, and a blend of spices. It’s a healthy vegetarian and vegan meal that will satisfy everyone!
Taco Soup
This taco soup recipe is hearty, healthy, and ready in under 1 hour! Made with ground beef, taco seasoning, canned beans, corn, bell peppers, and other veggies, it’s perfect served with your favorite taco toppings and tortilla chips for a little crunch.
Tetelas
Tetelas are a traditional Mexican dish made from a triangular-shaped corn masa harina dough that’s filled with black beans and cheese. This authentic recipe is cooked in a dry skillet and is perfect for breakfast, lunch, and dinner!
Pinto Beans
Learn how to cook pinto beans on the stove using two simple ingredients – dried pinto beans and water! Cooking pinto beans on the stove is easy, cheaper than buying the canned version, and makes the best creamy and tender pinto beans ever!
Chicken Tortilla Soup
This simple and satisfying chicken tortilla soup is just what you need for your weeknight dinners. Filled with shredded chicken, crispy tortilla strips, beans, and corn, this comforting soup is a crowd favorite!
Taco Pizza
Taco Pizza is a delicious Tex-Mex twist on the usual pizza night! Fluffy pizza crust is topped with refried beans, salsa, ground beef, and cheese, and loaded with taco toppings like shredded lettuce, sour cream, green onions, and olives.
Instant Pot Black Beans
The easiest way to make black beans in the Instant Pot! No soaking is required, and cooks dried black beans with the best texture and flavor. This pressure cooker method is way better than the canned version and is an inexpensive way to feed the whole family!
Vegan Black Bean Burgers
This vegan black bean burger recipe is gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, and easy to make! Made from cooked sweet potatoes, black beans, quinoa, flax seeds, and flavorful Tex-Mex seasonings.
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