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    04/02/2022

    12 Best Kidney Bean Recipes

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    If you can find a can of kidney beans in your pantry, you’re well on your way to preparing a healthy, wholesome meal. We’ve rounded up 12 of the Best Kidney Bean Recipes that are easy to make at home.

    If you can find a can of kidney beans in your pantry, you’re well on your way to preparing a healthy, wholesome meal. We’ve rounded up 12 of the Best Kidney Bean Recipes that are easy to make at home.

    These beans are quite nutritious and can be used in so many delicious and unexpected ways. For vegans (or for those who practice Meatless Monday), kidney beans are a tasty source of plant-based protein.

    At the grocery store, you’re likely to find both red and white kidney beans, though the white ones are sometimes called cannellini beans. Both varieties can be used to make hearty, nourishing dishes the entire family will love.

    Table of Contents Show
    Kidney Bean Nutrition and Benefits
    How to Cook Kidney Beans?
    Red Kidney Beans Recipes
    Kidney Bean Salad
    Indian Kidney Bean Coconut Curry
    Instant Pot Kidney Beans
    Kidney Bean Chili with Beef
    Cajun Style Vegan Kidney Beans and Rice
    White Kidney Bean Recipes
    Easy White Kidney Beans and Spinach Soup
    Easy White Bean Dip
    White Beans with Tomatoes and Garlic
    Easy Cannellini Bean Salad
    Easy Canned Kidney Beans Recipes
    Puerto Rican Rice and Beans
    Chili Party Ring
    Red Kidney Beans Curry with Canned Beans
    Are Kidney Beans Healthy?
    Are Kidney Beans Keto?
    Easy Kidney Bean and Rice

    Kidney Bean Nutrition and Benefits

    Kidney beans are one of the healthiest plant-based sources of protein. Eating kidney beans on a regular basis can improve your overall health by reducing cholesterol and lowering your risk of heart disease. Kidney beans are also known to help prevent colon cancer, thanks to its high fiber content. These beans are also high in minerals like iron and folate, as well as Vitamin B1.

    How to Cook Kidney Beans?

    If you’ll be using dry kidney beans for any of these recipes, you’ll need to cook them first. Soak the beans for at least 5 hours before heading to the stove. This helps to speed up the cooking process. Fill a large pot with water and throw in the beans. If you wish, you can add salt or seasonings to the water. If you do, remember to reduce the amount of salt you’re using for the rest of the recipe. Cook the beans for about an hour. Test for softness using a fork. If they’re not ready yet, check on them every five to ten minutes until they’re cooked.

    Red Kidney Beans Recipes

    Kidney Bean Salad
    Indian Kidney Bean Coconut Curry

    Kidney Bean Salad

    This colorful salad is loaded with flavors and packed with proteins. It’s simple and easy to make, perfect for a healthy and light lunch!

    Indian Kidney Bean Coconut Curry

    This rich, flavorful curry is known as rajma chawal in India. With red kidney beans, Indian spices and coconut cream, you can recreate this authentic recipe in your own kitchen.

    Instant Pot Kidney Beans

    The Instant Pot makes cooking kidney beans a breeze! With this “set it and forget it” recipe, you’ll have tasty red kidney beans ready for your chili con carne or bean salad.

    Kidney Bean Chili with Beef

    This meaty meal is perfect for rainy nights at home with the family.  With simple, wholesome ingredients and just 10 minutes of prep, you’ll come back to this recipe time and time again.

    Cajun Style Vegan Kidney Beans and Rice

    Take your tastebuds on a culinary journey to NOLA with this Cajun-inspired recipe. Meatless Monday will never be the same!

    White Kidney Bean Recipes

    White Kidney Beans and Spinach Soup
    White Bean Dip

    Easy White Kidney Beans and Spinach Soup

    Tired of the same old boring soup recipes? Try something totally new with this flavorful and nutritious white kidney bean and spinach soup.

    Easy White Bean Dip

    Enjoy this gluten-free, hummus-like dip with chips, crackers or toast. This recipe is great for vegans or anyone following the Mediterranean diet.

    White Beans with Tomatoes and Garlic

    This simple recipe makes a delicious vegan-friendly side dish for so many of your favorite meals. All you need is a can of beans, seasonings and thirty minutes.

    Easy Cannellini Bean Salad

    If you have five minutes, you have enough time to make this simple, satisfying salad. Bid adieu to boring bean salads forever!

    Easy Canned Kidney Beans Recipes

    Puerto Rican Rice and Beans are saucy, flavorful, and comforting. Delicious Goya pink beans are simmered in sofrito and tomato sauce with sazon seasoning! This Puerto Rican staple is also known as Habichuelas or stewed beans, and leftovers are perfect for meal prep.
    Chili Party Ring

    Puerto Rican Rice and Beans

    Known as Habichuelas in Puerto Rico, this stew gives you all the flavor and spice of the Caribbean. Enjoy as a quick weeknight dinner and use the leftovers for lunch tomorrow!

    Chili Party Ring

    Get the party started with this impressive chili dog skillet ring! Guests will love pulling apart the bread ring and dipping into the meaty, cheesy chili in the middle.

    Red Kidney Beans Curry with Canned Beans

    When time is of the essence, use a can of red kidney beans to create this flavorful curry. In less than thirty minutes, you’ll have a wholesome meal on the table.

    Are Kidney Beans Healthy?

    When it comes to beans, kidney beans may be your healthiest choice. They’re a plant-based source of protein and provide the body with several vitamins and minerals to support overall health. Kidney beans have been known to help with reducing cholesterol and increasing healthy gut bacteria for your digestive health.

    Are Kidney Beans Keto?

    If you’re following a ketogenic lifestyle, you may want to avoid kidney beans, or eat them sparingly. These beans are fairly high in carbohydrates, with one cup containing almost 30g of carbs. It’s best to have a low-carb alternative such as green beans or black soybeans.

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    Easy Kidney Bean and Rice

    Puerto Rican Rice and Beans are flavorful and comforting. It’s one of our favorite kidney bean recipes.
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    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Author: Izzy

    Ingredients 

    • 2 tablespoons sofrito
    • 1 tablespoon oil
    • 3/4 cup ham cubed
    • ¼ cup tomato sauce
    • 2 cans red kidney beans (14 oz each)
    • 1 ½ cup chicken stock
    • ½ pound potatoes cut into smaller chunks
    • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
    • 1 packet sazon seasoning
    • 1 teaspoon adobo seasoning
    • salt and pepper to taste
    • steamed rice

    Instructions 

    • Add oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Then add sofrito and sauté for about 2 minutes or until fragrant.
    • Add ham and stir fry until it starts to caramelize.
    • Add tomato sauce, beans, chicken stock, and sazon seasoning.
    • Add potatoes and season with oregano and adobo seasoning.
    • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes. The potatoes should be tender and completely cooked through.
    • Season with salt and pepper if needed. Serve warm over rice and enjoy!
    Author: Izzy
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    I'm Izzy, a food lover and photographer. Here you’ll find a collection of simple recipes that are perfect for busy people. My blog aims to help you make and enjoy delicious and healthy food at home.

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