Slow Cooker Black Beans
Slow Cooker Black Beans are a delicious and hearty dish that combines the richness of slow-cooked black beans with vibrant spices. Perfect as a main dish or side, these beans can be served in tacos, over rice, or enjoyed on their own. With minimal prep time, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. The result is a comforting meal that’s both nutritious and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 cup dried black beans
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and sort the dried black beans under cold water to remove debris.
- In the slow cooker, combine rinsed black beans, chopped onion, minced garlic, vegetable broth, cumin, chili powder, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours until beans are tender.
- Check for doneness; if needed, cook for an additional hour.
- Serve over rice or in tortillas after removing bay leaves. Garnish with cilantro or avocado if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg