Seasoned Black Beans

Seasoned Black Beans
So everything's ready at the same time, get the beans going while the chicken marinates, then just keep the beans warm over low heat.

Makes 4 servings (3 1/2 cups)
Total time: 15 minutes

HEAT:
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 Tbsp. minced fresh garlic
2 cans black beans (15 oz. each), undrained
STIR IN:
2 Tbsp. minced fresh cilantro
1 serrano chile or japapeƱo, thinly sliced
2 tsp. minced lime zest
1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice Salt to taste

Heat oil in a saucepan over medium. Add garlic; cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Add beans, increase heat to medium-high, and cook until heated through and liquid is reduced and thickened, 5 minutes.
Stir in cilantro, serrano, zest, and lime juice; season beans with salt.

Per serving: 232 cal; 8g total fat (1g sat); 0mg chol; 753mg sodium; 34g carb; 12g fiber; 12g protein

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