Black Beans with Lime and Scallions

Name: Black Beans with Lime and Scallions
Yield: serves 6
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 scallions, trimmed, white and green parts separated and thinly sliced; Coarse salt and ground pepper; 2 cans (19 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/4 cup water; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

December 22, 2011

FLAVOR BOOSTERS Mexican-inspired flavors make these hardy sides hard to resist. Black beans are enlivened by chili powder and lime; peppery watercress is topped with crunchy toasted pepitas and a cuminscented dressing.

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Yield
serves 6

Ingredients

tablespoon olive oil

scallions, trimmed, white and green parts separated and thinly sliced

Coarse salt and ground pepper

cans (19 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained

teaspoon chili powder

/4 cup water

tablespoon fresh lime juice

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Preparation

Step 1
In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium. Add white parts of scallions, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until softened, stirring frequently, about 3 minutes.
Step 2
Add beans, chili powder, and the water. Cook until warmed through, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in lime juice; season with more salt and pepper. Serve immediately, garnished with scallion greens.
nutrition information
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(Per Serving)
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Calories: 157
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Fat: 2.9g (0.5g Saturated Fat)
Step 6
Protein: 9.1g
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Carbohydrates: 24.8g
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Fiber: 9.1g

Everyday Food: Light

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