Gluten-Free, Nut Free, Side Dish, Vegan, Vegetarian
Homemade Healthy Refried Beans
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Homemade Healthy Refried Beans

homemade healthy refried pinto beans with avocado
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Homemade refried beans are super easy to make in only about 5 minutes! I will never buy canned refried beans again!  When looking for canned whoe beans that are on the lower end of the spectrum for sodium, check out the organic versions. Even if the words “low sodium” aren’t on the front of the can, they are often good options.  Be sure to look at the nutrition label.

  • Yield: 3 (1/3-cup) servings 1x
  • Category: Side
  • Cuisine: Latin

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15.5-ounce) can low sodium or no salt added pinto beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 Tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Optional topping suggestions – Chopped cilantro, grated sharp cheddar, chopped onion, or diced avocado

Instructions

  1. Place all ingredients in a large bowl and mash until pureed using a potato masher. Leave chunky if desired.
  2. Heat beans in microwave or stove top just before serving.

Keywords: beans, refried, healthy, pulses, legumes, vegan, latin, side dish, dairy free, nut free, gluten free