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Cheesy Spicy Black Bean Skillet

Cheesy Spicy Black Bean Skillet: Quick & Flavor-Packed Goodness

A quick and flavorful Cheesy Spicy Black Bean Skillet that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 355
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped; can substitute with shallots
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; adjust to taste or use garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato Paste Reduce for a milder flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Can substitute with regular paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Essential spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust based on preference
  • 2 cans Black Beans Canned, drained, and rinsed; can substitute with pinto beans
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Sauce and Topping
  • 1 cup Red Enchilada Sauce Frontera Red Chile recommended
  • 1 cup Reduced Fat Sharp Cheddar Cheese A blend can be used for more flavor
  • 2 each Lime Wedges For squeezing over the dish

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. In a large oven-safe skillet, pour in a splash of olive oil and heat over medium heat for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft and translucent, then add minced garlic for 1 minute.
  4. Stir in tomato paste, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and crushed red pepper flakes, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Add drained black beans, salt, pepper, and red enchilada sauce, mixing thoroughly and simmering for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle reduced fat sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the mixture.
  7. Transfer skillet to preheated oven and bake for 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Let it rest for a minute, then serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 355kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 12gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Watch the cheese while baking to avoid burning. Feel free to adjust ingredient quantities to suit personal taste. Fresh herbs or avocado can elevate the dish's flavor.

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