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Easy Vegan Refried Beans (One Pot, Gluten Free, Oil Free!)

These easy vegan refried beans will mean you'll never reach for canned refried beans again! It's a one pot, 20 minute recipe that is also gluten-free and oil free!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 66 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • ½ onion diced finely
  • 1 Jalapeno pepper diced finely
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • ½ teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 can pinto beans 14.5 oz, save the liquid!
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste

Instructions

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  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Then, add 1-2 tablespoons of water followed by the diced onions and jalapenos. Sauté this for about 4-5 minutes until they're soft. Then, add three garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant (but not burnt!) Add a teaspoon of cumin powder, and half a teaspoon of red chili powder and stir to combine.
  2. Open a 14.5oz can of pinto beans and add to the skillet along with half a cup of liquid. I typically use a combination of the can liquid, and rest water. Add salt and allow this to boil. Reduce heat to low, and let this simmer for 8-10 minutes (uncovered). Add more water as needed to get to the right consistency.
  3. Once most of the water has evaporated, mash them using a potato masher or the back of a spatula. Remove them from heat, add lime juice and mash them up once more. Your pinto beans are ready! Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with your favorite Mexican mains!

Notes

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  • You can also use black beans or kidney beans instead of pinto beans in this recipe 
  • If you're not oil-free or you're worried the veggies will stick to the skillet, add a tablespoon of oil or vegan butter for extra creaminess! 

Nutrition Information

Calories 66kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 581mg (24%) Potassium 230mg (7%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 79IU (2%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 42mg (4%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 66

% Daily Value*

Calories 66kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 581mg 24%
Potassium 230mg 5%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 79IU 2%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 42mg 4%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.