Low-Fat "Refried Beans"
Creamy, flavorful low-fat refried beans with a hint of spice, perfect for burritos, nachos, or as a side dish. Made with simple ingredients like pinto beans, jalapenos, onion, and garlic, this healthy recipe offers a satisfying, hearty taste suited for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Finely chop the onion and jalapeno peppers and mince the garlic.
- Saute the onion, jalapenos, and garlic in 1 tablespoon of oil in a Dutch oven until fragrant and tender.
- Drain the pinto beans, reserving the fluid.
- Add the drained beans to the sauteed vegetables and simmer for about 1 hour.
- Mash the beans until smooth or desired consistency.
- If the beans are dry, add the reserved bean fluid to loosen the mixture.
- Use the refried beans for burritos, nachos, or as a side dish.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
339
kcal
17% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).