Spicy Black Bean Saute with Zesty Lime Sour Cream

Ingredients

- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 fresh lime, juiced and zested
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)

Instructions

1. Warm and Prepare
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes.

2. Sauté the Onion
Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes or until translucent. Ensure you stir occasionally to prevent the onion from browning.

3. Spice Infusion
Sprinkle the garlic powder, ground cumin, chili powder, and cayenne pepper over the onion. Stir well to combine and cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the spices to release their aroma.

4. Cook the Black Beans
Stir in the drained and rinsed black beans, followed by the water, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the mixture for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and the flavors meld together.

5. Prepare the Lime Sour Cream
In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, lime juice, and lime zest. Mix thoroughly to ensure the lime flavors are evenly distributed throughout the sour cream.

6. Finishing Touches
Remove the black bean mixture from heat. Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top and let it sit for 1-2 minutes to melt slightly.

7. Serve
Serve the sizzling black beans with a generous dollop of zesty lime sour cream on top.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT10M
10 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT20M
20 minutes

Total Time

- PT30M
30 minutes

Type of Dish

- Snack

Keywords

- Sautéed beans
- Spicy snack
- Lime sour cream
- Black bean recipe
- Vegetarian snack
- Easy sauté dish
- Party appetizer
- Savory snack
- Quick beans
- Healthy eating

Recipe Yield

- Serves 4 adults

Calories

- 1,200 total calories

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