Recipes with Beans & Legumes

Beans are one of the most nutritious, economical and downright tasty proteins out there. Expand your repetoire with our delicious recipes with beans, including vegetarian options.

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    Zippy Turkey Zoodles

    1 review

    Eating healthy doesn't mean sacrificing flavor—and these spiced-up zoodles prove it. If you don't have a spiralizer, simply slice the...


    Vegan Sloppy Joes

    8 reviews

    These vegan sloppy joes are made with red lentils instead of ground beef. They are saucy, smoky and delightfully messy!


    Cranberry Chipotle Chicken Enchiladas

    3 reviews

    Whether canned or homemade, cranberry sauce delivers a healthy dose of vitamins to this dish. A little bit sweet, a...


    59 Chickpea Recipes That You’ll Use Again and Again

    These insanely creative canned chickpea recipes are lifesavers when you're trying to use up what you've got on hand.


    Southwest Turkey Patties with Beans

    1 review

    These turkey patties are delicious and low in calories. Skip the rice if you're looking to cut carbs. —Dot Carpenter,...


    Spiced Butternut Squash Chili

    2 reviews

    I love how a hint of heat with a touch of sweetness from the Gustus Vitae spicy chocolate cinnamon cane...


    Guac Crocs & Veggies

    I'm all grown-up, but I still love to play with my food. Garbanzo beans in the guacamole add taste, texture...


    French Lentil and Carrot Soup

    14 reviews

    It’s crazy how just a few ingredients can make such a difference. Using finely chopped rotisserie chicken in this recipe...

    18 Incredible Lentil Recipes

    Whether you buy 'em red, green, brown or black, these hearty lentil recipes make the most of those itty-bitty pulses.


    Meat Lover’s Pizza Rice Skillet

    11 reviews

    For a quick dinner, I threw this together from what I had in the fridge and pantry. Add any other...


    Slow-Cooker Chickpea Tagine

    4 reviews

    Don't have a ceramic tagine? No problem! This slow-cooker chickpea tagine recipe delivers the vibrant, aromatic flavors of North African...


    Tuscan Fish Packets

    9 reviews

    My husband does a lot of fishing, so I'm always looking for different ways to serve his catches. A professional...


    Ancient Grain Beef Stew

    2 reviews

    My version of beef stew is comfort food with a healthy twist. I use lentils and red quinoa rather than...


    English Pub Split Pea Soup

    12 reviews

    This family favorite is the same recipe my grandmother used. Now with the magic of the slow cooker, I can...


    Vegetarian Buffalo Chicken Dip

    5 reviews

    With cheesy Buffalo sauce, black beans and umami-rich mushrooms, vegetarian Buffalo chicken dip has so much flavor that you won't...


    Chicken and Lentil Chili

    1 review

    I like to make a simple, hearty slow-cooked recipe at least once a week. You can mix this up the...


    Slow Cooker Cassoulet with Crumb Topping

    Classically inspired, this dish is loaded with chicken thighs, pork and smoked sausage. Tomatoes, beans and wine round out the...

    Beet Hummus

    2 reviews

    Break out of the plain hummus rut with this beet hummus recipe. Earthy, sweet beets are a vibrant, wholesome addition...


    Herbed Tuna and White Bean Salad

    1 review

    This is a quick and delicious salad that can be made special for guests—or yourself—by grilling fresh tuna steaks instead...


    Beans and Rice Dinner

    29 reviews

    On cold or rainy days, this comforting beans and rice dish really fills the tummy. Sometimes I use pinto beans...


    Roasted Curried Chickpeas and Cauliflower

    6 reviews

    When there’s not much time to cook, try roasting potatoes and cauliflower with chickpeas for a warm-you-up dinner. It's a...


    Black-Eyed Peas with Bacon

    16 reviews

    Creamy, smoky and steeped in southern tradition, black-eyed peas with bacon brings comforting, soul-satisfying goodness to any potluck, cookout or...


    Black Bean Chicken Chili

    9 reviews

    This five-star black bean chicken chili recipe has a slightly smoky and spicy broth that's made lighter with cubed chicken...

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    Texas Taco Dip Platter

    18 reviews

    When I'm entertaining, this colorful dish is my top menu choice. My friends can't resist the hearty appetizer topped with...


    Fourth of July Bean Casserole

    52 reviews

    The outstanding barbecue taste of these beans makes them a favorite for cookouts all summer and into the fall. It's...


    Spicy White Chili

    12 reviews

    I thought the original version of this dish was fine. But my son can't get enough spice, so I added...


    Margie’s Chili

    6 reviews

    This is the perfect recipe for busy weeknights. I simply spice up canned tomato soup to create a flavorful...


    Aloha Chili

    12 reviews

    Pineapple and brown sugar give this out-of-the-ordinary chili a tropical taste. Everyone who samples it is pleasantly surprised, and they...


    Beef Lentil Soup

    15 reviews

    This beef lentil soup combines tender ground beef, nutritious lentils, and fresh vegetables in a hearty broth, making it a...