Roasted black beans are the perfect healthy snack, crunchy topping, or filling for soups, bowls, and burritos. Packed with plant protein and fiber, they're a great addition to an array of dishes by adding texture and flavor. Hello, Mexican-inspired food night!
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These crispy beans are a fun way to incorporate more whole foods into your diet.
💌 Why I Love This Recipe
- Quick & Easy: Requires minimal effort, and just a handful of staple ingredients.
- Versatile: Works as a great side dish, snack, filling, or topping for salads, burrito bowls, and tacos.
- Protein-Rich: Packed with protein and fiber, making it a healthy snack option.
- Customizable: The seasoning is entirely customizable and can be adjusted to taste.
- Affordable: A can of black beans is inexpensive and available at most grocery stores.
🛒 Ingredients
- Canned Black Beans: The star of this recipe, black beans provide protein, fiber, and a rich, earthy flavor.
- Light olive Oil: Helps create a crispy texture and adds a hint of richness.
- Salt & Black Pepper: To help enhance the flavor of beans and any other seasoning of your choice.
- Seasoning: This bit is completely customizable. I used garlic powder to add savory depth and sweet paprika for a gentle finish. You can also use smoked paprika, chili powder, or taco seasoning for a bolder flavor profile. Or you could play around with any other seasoning blend of your choice.
🥣 Equipment
- Colander or Strainer: To drain and rinse the canned black beans.
- Paper Towel or Kitchen Towel: For drying the beans thoroughly.
- Medium Bowl: For tossing the beans with olive oil and seasonings before roasting.
- Baking Sheet or Sheet Pan: For roasting the ingredients.
- Parchment Paper: To prevent sticking to the baking sheet and ensure easy clean-up.
- Airtight Container: For storing any leftovers.
👣 Steps
Hint - This is just a quick overview. For detailed instructions & exact ingredients see the recipe card at the bottom of this page.
Before starting - Preheat & Drain. Set your oven to 356°F (180°C) on a fan (convection) oven setting. Or, set the oven to 400°F (205°C) on a regular (not convection/fan) setting.
Wash & drain a can of black beans.
Prepare the Beans: Lay the beans on a paper towel or kitchen towel. Pat them completely dry. This is the best way to ensure your beans roast up crispy.
Season the Beans: In a medium bowl, toss the drained beans with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and the seasoning blend of choice.
Roast the Beans: Spread the beans in a single layer on a lined baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring the beans halfway through to ensure even cooking. Keep a close eye on the beans in the last 5 minutes to prevent burning.
Cool and Enjoy: Remove the beans from the oven and let them cool slightly. They will continue to crisp up as they cool. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Important - Every oven varies, so you may need an extra minute or two to reach the desired level of crispiness. Check around the 20-minute mark and adjust the baking time as needed.
💡 Recipe Success Tips
- Dry the Beans Thoroughly: This step makes a big difference. Make sure to dry the beans well with a paper towel or kitchen towel. Any excess moisture will prevent them from becoming crispy.
- Coat Evenly. Make sure the beans are evenly coated with oil and seasoning.
- Spread in a Single Layer: For the crispiest beans, spread them out in a single layer on the baking sheet. Overcrowding the beans can lead to uneven cooking.
- Adjust the Seasoning: Tweak the seasoning blend to suit your taste preferences. See the Variations section below for ideas.
- Handle carefully: Once the beans are removed from the oven, they will be scorching hot. Remove them carefully and let them cool before handling.
🫘 Other Beans
While black beans work wonderfully for this recipe, you can also use garbanzo beans, pinto beans, kidney beans, butter beans, or queen borlotti beans.
They offer a similar crispy texture. Make sure to adjust the roasting time if the kind of bean you are using is larger or smaller in size.
You can also try out my roasted cannellini beans or crispy lentils.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Keeping them in a sealed container will help maintain their crispy texture.
I like to use a glass jar (like an old pickle or peanut butter jar).
Yes. Simply double or triple the recipe as needed.
You can use the 1x, 2x, or 3x buttons in the recipe card below to automatically calculate the quantities needed.
Make sure you are using a large enough sheet pan to arrange them in a single layer.
I do not recommend reheating these beans. Heating them a second time will dry them up further or make them burn in places.
Simply eat them cold or at room temperature.
🍋 Flavor Variations
- Spicy Roasted Beans: Add chili powder, chili flakes, or cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix. Or serve with a splash of hot sauce for a spicy version.
- Zesty Beans: Incorporate lime juice or orange juice and zest for a bright, citrusy flavor.
- Nutty & Aromatic: Halfway through the roasting, add white or black sesame seeds and toss well. Keep an eye out to prevent burning.
- Sweet & Smoky: For a sweet twist, add a drizzle of maple syrup or a sprinkle of smoked paprika.
- Herb-Infused: Try adding Italian seasoning mix or dried oregano, thyme, or rosemary to bring out the nearby notes.
🥑 Serving Suggestions
- Salads & Bowls: Roasted black beans make a fab addition to grain bowls, black bean salsa, or green salads. Or try them in this vibrant taco salad!
- Soup Topper: Sprinkle them over soups like this creamy leek or high-protein tomato soup for extra crunch.
- Simple Snack: They make a great plant-powered snack on their own or served alongside a spicy salsa.
- Side Dish: Serve them as a side to your favorite potato dishes, refried beans, grilled vegetables, or pot pie for a hearty meal.
Quick hack - If you're looking for a vegan sour cream to serve these with, try adding a little sea salt to a small bowl of vegan yogurt. Ensure the yogurt has no sugar and avoid coconut yogurt due to its strong taste.
👋 Conclusion
Whether you need to boost the plant protein in your main dish, side, or snack, this black bean recipe is the new star of the show. With endless flavor possibilities, it's bound to become a new favorite in your kitchen.
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🍴Recipe
Crispy Roasted Black Beans - Simple Bean Snack
EQUIPMENT
- Colander or strainer
- Paper towel or kitchen towel
- Medium bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Airtight container
INGREDIENTS
- 1 can (15 ounce / 400g) black beans
- 1 tablespoon light olive oil
- 2 teaspoon seasoning I used garlic powder and sweet paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat & Drain. Set your oven to 356°F (180°C) on a fan (convection) oven setting. Or, set the oven to 400°F (205°C) on a regular (not convection/fan) setting. Rinse & drain the beans.1 can (15 ounce / 400g) black beans
- Prepare the Beans: Lay the beans out on a paper towel or kitchen towel. Pat them completely dry. This is the best way to ensure your beans roast up crispy.
- Season the Beans: In a medium bowl, toss the drained beans with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and the seasoning blend of choice.1 tablespoon light olive oil, salt and pepper, 2 teaspoon seasoning
- Roast the Beans: Spread the beans in a single layer on a lined baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring the beans halfway through to ensure even cooking. Keep a close eye on the beans in the last 5 minutes to prevent burning.
- Cool and Enjoy: Remove the beans from the oven and let them cool slightly. They will continue to crisp up as they cool. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Disclaimer: The nutritional information above is calculated automatically. The author of this post cannot guarantee 100% accuracy of this data.
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