32 Healthy Canned Bean Recipes (Pinto, Garbanzo and More!)

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32 Healthy Canned Bean Recipes (Pinto, Garbanzo and More!)1/32 Baked Chicken Burritos 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Burritos Recipe photo by Nicole Perry for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 2 casseroles (6 servings each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This mouthwatering southwestern burrito recipe makes enough for two casseroles, so you can enjoy one today and freeze the other for a busy weeknight. They’re super to have on hand for quick meals or to take to potlucks. —Sonya Nightingale, Burley, Idaho. Nutrition Facts: 2 burritos: 760 calories, 44g fat (23g saturated fat),

When we cook or eat together, the focus is on fresh produce

177mg cholesterol, 1608mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 51g protein. 2/32 Veggie Nicoise Salad 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: More and more people in my workplace are becoming vegetarians. When we cook or eat together, the focus is on fresh produce. This salad combines some of our favorite ingredients in one dish…and with the hard-boiled eggs and kidney beans, it delivers enough protein to satisfy those who are skeptical of vegetarian fare. —Elizabeth Kelley, Chicago, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 fat, 2 vegetable, 2 medium-fat meat, 11/2 starch

serving: 329 calories, 19g fat (4g saturated fat), 140mg cholesterol, 422mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 7g fiber), 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 fat, 2 vegetable, 2 medium-fat meat, 11/2 starch. 3/32 Bean and Bacon Soup 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Bean and Bacon Soup Recipe photo by Kim Turner Smith for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 40 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This bean and bacon soup has been on our menu for about 25 years. Customers tell us they love its flavor. A clear chicken broth makes it different from

other bean soups

other bean soups. —Robert Doumas, Gaylord, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 196 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 818mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 12g fiber), 13g protein. 4/32 Roasted Sweet Potato & Chickpea Pitas 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s a hearty take on Mediterranean food, this time with sweet potatoes tucked inside. These unique pockets are delicious for lunch or dinner. —Beth Jacobson, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 2 filled pita halves: 462 calories, 15g fat (3g saturated fat), 10mg

cholesterol, 662mg sodium, 72g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 12g fiber), 14g protein. 5/32 Vegetarian Farro Skillet 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Farro is a type of wheat that was popular in ancient Rome. A good source of fiber, it includes more protein than most grains, making it a smart choice for meatless meals like this vegetarian farro skillet dish. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 416 calories, 8g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 757mg sodium, 73g carbohydrate (10g

sugars, 15g fiber), 14g protein

sugars, 15g fiber), 14g protein. 6/32 Taco Bowls 12 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taco Bowls Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 7 hours 15 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When it’s done slow-cooking, this beef shreds like a dream. We make it often, because it’s super easy to customize with fun, fresh and healthy toppings. —Hope Wasylenki, Gahanna, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 389 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 74mg cholesterol, 550mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 5g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat. 7/32

It’s so versatile; you can turn it into a wrap or casserole

Warm Rice & Pintos Salad 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: During my undergrad years, my roommate taught me how to cook vegetarian dishes like brown rice with pintos. It’s so versatile; you can turn it into a wrap or casserole. —Natalie Van Apeldoorn, Vancouver, British Columbia Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 331 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 465mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 9g fiber), 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 2 vegetable, 1 lean meat, 1/2 fat. 8/32 Chorizo & Grits Breakfast Bowls

My fresh approach combines them with grits and black beans

2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Growing up, I bonded with my dad over chorizo and eggs. My fresh approach combines them with grits and black beans. Add a spoonful of pico de gallo for extra pop. —Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 344 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 239mg cholesterol, 636mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 medium-fat meat, 2 starch. 9/32 Portobello and Chickpea Sheet-Pan Supper 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste

It works well with a variety of sheet-pan-roasted vegetables

of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is a fantastic meatless dinner or an amazing side dish. It works well with a variety of sheet-pan-roasted vegetables. We enjoy using zucchini or summer squash in the summer, and you can also change up the herbs in the dressing. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah Nutrition Facts: 1 mushroom with 1 cup vegetables: 279 calories, 16g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 448mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 7g fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 fat, 2 starch. 10/32 Skinny Cobb Salad 2

Diabetic exchanges: 2 lean meat, 2 fat, 1-1/2 starch,

Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Skinny Cobb Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This “skinny” version of Cobb salad has all the taste and creaminess with half the fat and calories. You can skip the coleslaw mix and do all lettuce, but I like the crunch you get with cabbage. —Taylor Kiser, Brandon, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 324 calories, 13g fat (3g saturated fat), 48mg cholesterol, 646mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 9g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 2 lean meat, 2 fat, 1-1/2 starch,

1 vegetable

1 vegetable. 11/32 Chickpea Tortilla Soup 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings (3 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This vegan tortilla soup recipe is healthy, filling and family-friendly! We love how hearty and flavorful it is. We like to play around with the different toppings we add each time it’s served. —Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 289 calories, 5g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 702mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 9g fiber), 13g protein. 12/32 Best Hummus 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE

Hummus is my go-to appetizer when I need something quick, easy and impressive

FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 45 min Servings 1-1/2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Hummus is my go-to appetizer when I need something quick, easy and impressive. Over the years I’ve picked up a number of tricks that make this the best hummus recipe you’ll ever have. —James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 250 calories, 19g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 361mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 5g fiber), 7g protein. 13/32 Vegan Taco Salad 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The best salads are made with ingredients that have different textures and complementary flavors. In this vegan taco salad, you’ll love the crunch of the tortilla chips with the sweet, crisp lettuce and “meaty” crumble mixture. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 2 cups: 354 calories, 15g fat (2g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 807mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 11g fiber), 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 2 lean meat, 2 fat. 14/32 Chickpea ‘n’ Red Onion Burgers 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min

Even die-hard meat eaters can’t resist them

Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When chilly days arrive and we retire the grill to the garage, I bake a batch of chickpea veggie burgers. Even die-hard meat eaters can’t resist them. —Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia Nutrition Facts: 1 burger: 386 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 732mg sodium, 54g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 9g fiber), 16g protein. 15/32 Pressure-Cooker Turkey Chili Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 12 servings (3 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’ve taken my mother’s milder recipe for chili and made

it thicker and more robust

it thicker and more robust. It’s a favorite, especially in fall and winter. —Celesta Zanger, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 200 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 535mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 8g fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1 starch. 16/32 Indian Spiced Chickpea Wraps 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Raita, an Indian condiment made with yogurt, elevates this vegetarian dish to a satisfying gourmet wrap. If you’re in the mood to experiment,

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