Roasted black beans are crunchy, flavorful, and easy to make. Enjoy them as a crispy snack on their own, or toss them into salads and soups for extra texture and taste. Best of all, you only need a few simple ingredients to whip up this recipe.
If you are looking for something crunchy to snack on and trying to avoid packaged stuff, these roasted beans are exactly what you need.
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Why you will love this recipe
- No chopping, no messy kitchen, or many dirty dishes.
- Kids-friendly and also great recipe to make together.
- Affordable: Canned beans cost around 2$ and are available all year round. I always keep a few cans in my pantry.
Ingredients
The main ingredients are beans and olive oil. You can use any spices you love, it's up to your taste and imagination.
- Cooked Black Beans: you will need one can of beans. You can also cook your own beans and use them.
- Olive Oil: I used extra virgin olive oil. It is needed for flavor and for the beans to be crunchy. You can also use avocado oil or other vegetable oil.
- Salt: do not add a lot if your canned beans already salty.
- Spices: I always use garlic powder and paprika. Just basic spices for making the beans more flavorful. You can skip spices or add different ones.
Recommended equipment
This roasted black beans recipe does not require any special equipment but you will need a few basic things to make this recipe:
- Colander: to drain the beans.
- Mixing bowl: for mixing the beans with oil and spices.
- Spatula: to spread and stir the beans.
- Baking pan: and some parchment paper
⏲️How to roast the black beans
- 1. Drain: Pour canned beans into a colander and let them drain well. Gently stir with a spatula to release extra liquid. Transfer to a bowl lined with a paper towel, then pat dry with another towel to remove as much moisture as possible-this helps them crisp up.
- 2. Season: Add olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and paprika. Stir gently until the beans are evenly coated.
- 3. Spread: Line a baking pan with parchment paper and spread the beans in a single layer. It's fine if they touch-they'll separate as they roast.
- 4. Bake: Roast in a preheated 400°F oven for about 20 minutes. Stir, then bake another 5-7 minutes until crispy on the outside but still chewy inside. They'll crisp up more as they cool, so don't overbake. Let cool slightly, then enjoy warm or cold.
Top Tip
Do not over-bake them. Take the beans out as soon as they become crunchy on the outside, but still chewy inside.
Recipe variations
- Make them spicy: add ¼ teaspoon of cayenne pepper to add some heat.
- Make them cheesy: add ¼ cup of grated Parmesan. You may need to adjust salt when adding Parmesan.
- Make them smoky: add ¼ teaspoon of smoked paprika instead of regular one.
How to serve roasted black beans
- Enjoy these crispy beans as a salty, crunchy snack-they're a healthier swap for chips.
- Sprinkle them over salads for extra crunch or toss into hot soup for texture.
- Serve as a side dish with sandwiches or burgers.
- For kids, make it fun: serve them in a parchment paper piping bag-they'll love the surprise!
Storing
When the beans cool down, make sure to transfer them to an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for about 5 days.
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Quick Roasted Black Beans
Roasted black beans are crunchy, flavorful, and easy to make. Enjoy them as a crispy snack on their own, or toss them into salads and soups for extra texture and taste. Best of all, you only need a few simple ingredients to whip up this recipe.
Equipment
- 1 colander
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 spatula
- 1 Baking pan
- 1 sheet of parchment paper
Ingredients
- 1 15oz canned black beans
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt or more to taste
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking pan with parchment paper. Drain beans in a colander, then transfer to a bowl and pat dry with paper towels. Add oil, salt, garlic powder, and paprika; stir gently with a spatula to coat. Spread beans in a single layer on the parchment. Bake for 20 minutes, stir, then bake 5-10 minutes more until crispy outside but still chewy inside. Let cool slightly and enjoy!1 15oz canned black beans
- Add oil, salt, garlic powder, and paprika; stir gently with a spatula to coat.1 Tablespoon olive oil, ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon paprika
- Spread beans in a single layer on the parchment. Bake for 20 minutes, stir, then bake 5-10 minutes more until crispy outside but still chewy inside. Let cool slightly and enjoy!
Notes
Drain well and pat dry the beans to get rid of access liquid.
Do not over-baked the beans.
Swap them for the low sodium or no salt added canned beans if needed.
Experiment with different seasonings.
Nutrition
Calories: 145kcalCarbohydrates: 18.4gProtein: 7.1gFat: 4.3gSodium: 306mgFiber: 5.3gSugar: 0.3g
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