Yummy Pinto Bean Recipes

Based on consumption and purchasing data, pinto beans are the most popular bean in the United States. But that does not make them boring. Here are five different ways you can enjoy pinto beans this week.

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Instant Pot Pinto Beans

Make it a Full Plate Meal:  Serve a generous bowl of the soup topped with queso Oaxaca, fresh pico de gallo, and fresh avocado slices.

75% water-fiber foods –  pinto beans, onion, garlic, cilantro, jalapeño, green chiles, fresh pico de gallo, avocado
25% foods – olive oil, queso Oaxaca (or mozzarella cheese)

Corn Salad and Pinto Beans Tacos

Make it a Full Plate Meal: Enjoy two tacos with fresh mango for dessert.

75% water-fiber foods – pinto beans, red onion, corn, cilantro, jalapeño, romaine lettuce, pickled onions, mango
25% foods – avocado oil, tortilla, yogurt

Pinto Bean Salad

Make it a Full Plate Meal: Stuff this salad inside an arepa and serve with a side of sauteed Mexican veggies for a delightful meal.

75% water-fiber foods – pinto beans, bell peppers, red onion, green onions, tomatoes, cilantro, jalapeño peppers, avocados, zucchini, yellow squash
25% foods – dressing, arepa

Sweet Potato and Pinto Bean Chii

Make it a Full Plate Meal:  Crumble up a serving of tortilla chips and serve atop a generous bowl of this chili for a savory dinner.

75% water-fiber foods –  onion, garlic, jalapeño peppers, tomato paste, pinto beans, sweet potatoes, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, diced tomatoes, cilantro
25% foods – olive oil, chips

Easy Rice and Pinto Bean Bowl

Plate your pinto beans on top of brown rice. Add shredded lettuce, guacamole, pickled jalapeno slices, fresh diced tomatoes, and chopped cilantro on the side. Choose your own 25% item.

75% water-fiber foods –  brown rice, pinto beans, salsa, mild green chiles, corn, lettuce, guacamole, jalapeños, tomatoes, cilantro
25% foods – your choice

👉 Water-fiber foods are 75% zone foods – whole, unprocessed fruits, vegetables, beans, and cooked whole grains.