In honor of American Heart Month, we’re sharing heart-healthy nutrition tips and recipes. This recipe for refried black beans is so easy and uses olive oil which contains heart healthy unsaturated fats. Black beans are packed with fiber and plant-based protein making this recipe a kidney-friendly option as well.

Heart-Healthy Refried Black Beans (Makes 4 Servings)

Ingredients:

1 can low sodium or no salt added black beans
1 tbsp olive oil
1/3 cup finely diced white onion
1 clove minced garlic
1/4 cup water
1/4 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
Cilantro and more diced onion for garnish

Directions:

-Add olive oil to a medium skillet over medium heat. Saute diced onion and minced garlic until softened, approximately 3-4 minutes.

-Add black beans to the skillet. Use a potato masher or back of a wooden spoon to mash the beans to your desired consistency.

-Cook beans, stirring constantly until they begin to stick slightly to the pan, then pour in water and spices.

-Bring mixture to a simmer and cook, stirring and scraping the bottom of the skillet until all of the liquid is incorporated.

-Beans will thicken as they cool.

Nutrition facts per serving: 135 calories, 18 g carbs, 8 g fiber, 5 g fat, 5 g protein, 6 mg phosphorus, 334 mg potassium, 106 mg sodium (using low sodium canned beans)

@renalcare360 In honor of American Heart Month, we’re sharing heart-healthy nutrition tips and recipes. This recipe for refried black beans is so easy and uses olive oil which contains heart healthy unsaturated fats. Black beans are packed with fiber and plant-based protein making this recipe a kidney-friendly option as well.   Heart-Healthy Refried Black Beans (Makes 4 Servings)   Ingredients: 1 can low sodium or no salt added black beans 1 tbsp olive oil 1/3 cup finely diced white onion 1 clove minced garlic 1/4 cup water 1/4 tsp cumin 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp onion powder Cilantro and more diced onion for garnish   Add olive oil to a medium skillet over medium heat. Saute diced onion and minced garlic until softened, approximately 3-4 minutes.   Add black beans to the skillet. Use a potato masher or back of a wooden spoon to mash the beans to your desired consistency.   Cook beans, stirring constantly until they begin to stick slightly to the pan, then pour in water and spices.   Bring mixture to a simmer and cook, stirring and scraping the bottom of the skillet until all of the liquid is incorporated.   Beans will thicken as they cool.   Nutrition facts per serving: 135 calories, 18 g carbs, 8 g fiber, 5 g fat, 5 g protein, 6 mg phosphorus, 334 mg potassium, 106 mg sodium (using low sodium canned beans) #americanheartmonth #ourhearts #heartmonth #hearthealth #nutrition #recipes #recipeshare #recipeoftheday #recipes #renalcare360 #kidneycare #recipevideos #recipesoftiktok ♬ original sound – Renal Care 360°

Renal Care 360° Registered Dietitian Bethany Keith

Disclaimer: This blog post is intended for informational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Individuals with polychronic conditions should consult their healthcare team for personalized dietary recommendations based on their specific needs and conditions.