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12+ Delicious Recipes to Make with Black Beans

Last Modified: May 6, 2025 by Janessa.

Whether you're trying to eat more pulses or have some black beans on hand to use up, this post is full of delicious recipes to make with black beans. From salsa and salads to casserole and more, if you ever thought that black beans were boring, you won't think that any more!

Bowl of black beans with a spoon.
Slow Cooker Black Beans

Black beans (both dried and canned) are a pantry staple in our house.

They are in expensive, make a recipe more filling (hello, protein and fiber), versatile and if prepared right, extremely tasty!

And you certainly don't need a recipe to call for them in order to use them. They can be a good addition to all sorts of recipes. Try adding them to:

  • Soups (such as pumpkin chicken soup)
  • Salads (like Buffalo pasta salad)
  • Tacos (such as these ground beef tacos)
  • And more!

But if you would like a recipe that specifically calls for black beans (or for which black beans can be substituted for another type of bean), you can't go wrong with any of these ideas.

Santa Fe Salad
Filled with a rainbow of vegetables, black beans and topped with an easy and creamy Santa Fe Ranch dressing, this fresh salad really is a satisfying lunch or side dish!
Santa Fe Salad Recipe
Bowl of Santa Fe salad topped with avocado and tortilla chips.
Ground Turkey Nachos
Full of crunchy vegetables, creamy beans, deliciously seasoned ground turkey and plenty of melted cheese, you'll love how easy and customizable this nacho recipe is.
Ground Turkey Nachos Recipe
Hand grabbing a bite of ground turkey nachos.
Cilantro Lime Pasta Salad
This is the perfect summer side dish! Fresh and flavorful, it is made without mayo and ideal is for picnics, BBQs, or meal prep.
Cilantro Lime Pasta Salad Recipe
Cilantro lime pasta salad in a serving bowl.
Pulled Pork Casserole
The perfect way to use up your leftover pulled pork, this casserole will quickly become a family favorite. Made with wholesome, simple ingredients, it is packed with barbecue flavor and just cheesy enough to taste comforting. Great for meal prep and making ahread.
Pulled Pork Casserole Recipe
Pulled pork casserole in a baking dish with a serving spoon.
Gallo Pinto
This is a staple dish from Costa Rica that is made with a hearty base of beans and rice. I learned to make while there on a homestay and we ate it for breakfast, lunch or supper!
Gallo Pinto Recipe
Plate of Costa Rican black beans and rice alongside tortillas and plantains.
Huevos Rancheros
Hearty, filling and delicious, this recipe uses a quick homemade sauce and stacks of tortillas, beans and cheese. Perfect for a weekend brunch at home.
Huevos Rancheros Recipe
Top view of huevos rancheros with avocado and tortillas on the side.
Chorizo Rice Skillet
Made entirely in one pot, this Chorizo skillet features beans, brown rice and veggies. It tastes great as leftovers and even freezes well.
Chorizo Skillet Recipe
Top view of chorizo rice with beans in a skillet.
Black Bean Salsa
Vibrant and fresh, this salsa makes a tasty snack or appetizer. Filled with juicy tomatoes, creamy black beans and zesty lime juice, it is ready in minutes and great with tortilla chips, on tacos, with eggs and more.
Black Bean Salsa Recipe
Black bean salsa in a bowl with a spoon.
Chocolate Hummus
Don't knock it 'til you try it! This sweet spin on a classic dip just might be your new favorite way to get your chocolate fix.
While the recipe calls for chickpeas, I have also tested it with black beans and it worked well. Just make sure that they are unseasoned.
Chocolate Hummus Recipe
Bowl of chocolate hummus surrounded by fruit.
Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili
Inspired by the flavors of buffalo chicken wings, this delicious meal is a fun change up from traditional chili that the whole family will love!
Switch out the kidney beans for black beans if you'd prefer.
Buffalo Chili Recipe
Bowl of slow cooker buffalo chili topped with tortilla chips and avocado.
Italian Sausage Rice Skillet
This one pot dinner features veggies, brown rice and spicy Italian sausage all cooked together for max flavor.
The recipe calls for a can of white beans but a can of black beans also works well.
Italian Sausage Rice Skillet
Skillet with sausage, rice and vegetables cooked together.
One Pot Turkey Chili
A hearty turkey spin on traditional chili, this recipe is quick and easy to make and tastes great as leftovers.
Black beans make a great swap for the kidney beans that the recipe calls for.
Turkey Chili Recipe
Top view of a bowl of chili in a grey dish topped with sliced avocado.
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