744 besan recipes

that are low in salt

Lima bean, leek, and corn chowder simmered in homemade corn-cob stock with rosemary. Dairy-free, vegan, and deeply creamy from the beans alone.

Citrus Black Bean & Tomato Quinoa Salad

Fluffy quinoa tossed with black beans, ripe tomatoes, scallions, and cilantro in a zesty lime-butter dressing. High-fiber, vegetarian, and packed with protein. Great as a side or a light main.

Sauteed Bean Curd

Pan-fried tofu in a wok with a golden, crispy crust on both sides. A simple two-ingredient base recipe for stir-fries, rice bowls, or serving with your favorite dipping sauce.

Black Bean Chili with Toasted Spice Seasoning

Black Bean Chili with Toasted Spice Seasoning recipe

Long Beans with Wild Rice

Stir-fried long beans (or green beans) with red bell pepper and nutty wild rice, finished with a touch of sugar for balance. Quick, light side dish for any main.

Low-Fat Black Beans & Rice

A scrumptious dish that's healthy and perfect for the beautiful summer weather!

White Beans with Spinach Puree

Creamy white beans bound with garlicky spinach puree and soft bread crumbs, seasoned with oregano and thyme. A hearty, plant-based side dish with earthy flavor.

Mixed Bean Salad with Tofu.

Light mixed bean salad with green beans, broad beans, kidney beans, and firm tofu tossed in lemon juice and served with a fresh herb fromage frais dressing. A low-fat vegetarian side dish ready in 15 minutes.

Black Bean & Papaya Relish

Tropical black bean and papaya relish with crunchy jicama, cinnamon-spiced beans, and a citrus-sherry dressing. A fresh, vibrant side dish that's vegan and ready in about an hour.

Easy Low-Fat Refried Beans

A tasty low-fat dish that goes great with any meal you prepare this summer.

Tomato Sauce with Green Beans

Fresh tomato sauce with green beans, 6 cloves of garlic, and half a cup of basil tossed over spaghetti. A simple vegetable-forward pasta sauce made from ripe summer tomatoes.

Black Bean Relish (Chez Melange)

Fresh black bean salad tossed with sweet corn, cilantro, red peppers, lime juice, and olive oil. No-cook relish ready in 20 minutes.

Black Bean Chili Over Sweet Potatoes

Smoky black bean chili with bell peppers, summer squash, and jalapeño spooned over split baked sweet potatoes. Vegan-friendly, make-ahead friendly, and loaded with fiber.

Orange & Coffee Bean Cordial

Orange and coffee bean cordial: a whole orange studded with coffee beans, sugar cubes, and vanilla, steeped in cognac for two months. Classic French-style homemade digestif, no special equipment needed.