Cuban Black Beans II
Cuban Black Beans II simmers black beans with a sofrito of onion, bell pepper, and garlic, plus tomato paste and pimentos for depth and a touch of sweetness. The result is tender beans with balanced, mellow heat and a slightly tangy finish—ideal alongside roasted meats or spooned over fluffy rice for a satisfying dinner.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook1 hr 30 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Cuban Black Beans II, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 48 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 23 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 64
- Heart Health
- 47
- Metabolic
- 55
- Digestive
- 30
- Inflammatory
- 34
- Performance
- 52
- General Wellness
- 1
Put the beans in a large saucepan, add enough water to cover, and soak for 8 hours or overnight; then drain.
- 2
Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat, and cook the onion, green bell pepper, and garlic until tender.
- 3
Stir the drained beans, water, tomato paste, pimentos, and vinegar into the onion mixture. Season with salt, sugar, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce the heat, and simmer for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender.
- Calories 218.97 kcal Moderate 11%
- Protein 5.95 g Moderate 12%
- Carbohydrate 32.03 g 12%
- Total Fat 8.99 g Moderate 12%
- Saturated Fat 1.75 g Moderate 9%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 2.18 mg Low Source 1%
- Sodium 177.46 mg Moderate 8%
- Dietary Fiber 8.93 g Good Source 32%
- Total Sugars 14.71 g --
- Added Sugars 7.56 g Moderate 15%
- Calcium 71.41 mg Low Source 5%
- Iron 2.15 mg Moderate 12%
- Potassium 532.96 mg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin A 67.78 mcg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin C 16.54 mg Moderate 18%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Garlic 🧄
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About This Recipe
Cuban Black Beans II is made with 12 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 1 hr 45 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Beans, Black Pepper, Diced Pimientos, and Green Bell Pepper. Each serving provides about 218.97 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Cuban Black Beans II made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Beans, Black Pepper, Diced Pimientos, Green Bell Pepper, Minced Garlic. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Cuban Black Beans II?
- About 1 hr 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 1 hr 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 218.97 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Cuban Black Beans II easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Cuban Black Beans II healthy?
- Cuban Black Beans II has an easyChef Pro health score of 51/100. Per serving, it provides 218.97 calories and 5.95 g of protein, or 12% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 177.46 mg (8% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 1.75 g (9% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 7.56 g (15% of the Daily Value). It contains Tomatoes, 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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