Cuban Black Beans (Frijoles Negros)
Cuban black beans simmer with onion, green bell pepper, garlic, bay leaf, cumin, oregano, and sazón for a richly seasoned dish with gentle sweetness and earthy warmth. Traditionally served with white rice, frijoles negros make a comforting side or satisfying centerpiece for a family meal.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Cuban Black Beans (Frijoles Negros), not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 62 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 18 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 67
- Heart Health
- 88
- Metabolic
- 56
- Digestive
- 37
- Inflammatory
- 40
- Performance
- 58
- General Wellness
- 1
Place black beans in a large pot over medium heat. Add olive oil, garlic, sugar, bay leaf, sazon seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper; stir to combine. Stir in onion and bell pepper. Cover the pot and simmer until the flavors are well combined and the onions and bell peppers are cooked thoroughly, 8 to 15 minutes.
- 2
Remove lid and adjust seasoning.
- Calories 443.54 kcal High 22%
- Protein 15.27 g Good Source 31%
- Carbohydrate 64.21 g 23%
- Total Fat 14.96 g Moderate 19%
- Saturated Fat 1.98 g Moderate 10%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.69 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 296.2 mg Moderate 13%
- Dietary Fiber 16.31 g Good Source 58%
- Total Sugars 8.55 g --
- Added Sugars 0.31 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 182.86 mg Moderate 14%
- Iron 5.06 mg Good Source 28%
- Potassium 633.47 mg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin A 72.19 mcg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin C 8.96 mg Low Source 10%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Cuban Black Beans (Frijoles Negros) is a Cuban side dish recipe made with 17 ingredients. It takes about 25 mins, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Beans, Black Pepper, Diced Green Bell Pepper, and Diced Yellow Onion. Each serving provides about 443.54 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Cuban Black Beans (Frijoles Negros)?
- It is a Cuban recipe made with 17 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
- What is Cuban Black Beans (Frijoles Negros) made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Beans, Black Pepper, Diced Green Bell Pepper, Diced Yellow Onion, Dried Bay Leaves. The full list of 17 is above.
- How long does it take to make Cuban Black Beans (Frijoles Negros)?
- About 25 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 443.54 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Cuban Black Beans (Frijoles Negros) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 17 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Cuban Black Beans (Frijoles Negros) healthy?
- Cuban Black Beans (Frijoles Negros) has an easyChef Pro health score of 55/100. Per serving, it provides 443.54 calories and 15.27 g of protein, or 31% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 296.2 mg (13% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.98 g (10% of the Daily Value). It contains Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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