Description
A quick and healthy one-pan meal featuring hearty black beans, vibrant vegetables, and bold Southwest spices. This customizable skillet is perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 lime, juiced
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- 1/4 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add the minced garlic and diced bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Toast for 1-2 minutes to release their flavors.
- Add the black beans and corn to the skillet. Stir well to combine and heat through for 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Squeeze the lime juice over the mixture and stir. Remove the skillet from heat.
- Serve the One-Pan Southwest Black Bean Skillet in bowls. Garnish with fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, if desired.
Notes
- For extra spice, increase the cayenne pepper or add chopped jalapeños.
- Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or ground turkey for a non-vegetarian option.
- Make it vegan by omitting cheese and sour cream, or using dairy-free alternatives.
- Double the recipe for easy meal prep and leftovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 10mg