A black bean menu is ideal for all kinds of diets. Black beans are packed with fiber and protein, and cheap. Sometimes called the poor man's meat, they have been relished for centuries all over the world in a number of dishes. Here are some really innovative black bean menu ideas.

Cuban Black Beans and Rice

Cuban black beans and rice provides an outstanding source of protein as a great side dish or a complete meal. Black beans are a staple in Cuban cooking and popular throughout homes and restaurants in Cuba. It's simple to learn to make Cuban black beans and rice and enjoy the advantages of this delicious dish.

Simple Spicy Black Beans

This is an easy to prepare dish  and will go with all sorts of Latin and Caribbean dishes very well. The secret to these beans is a somewhat long simmering time and constant stirring to blend flavors and thicken the concoction. You can serve this dish with rice, tortillas, cheese or other dishes of choice.

Black and Garbanzo Bean Salad

If you are tired of serving a regular green salad alongside your main course, try making a bean salad instead. The salad offers a powerful nutritious blend of a high fiber and high protein count. The dish works well with freshly grilled foods. It is also the perfect dish to make on hot summer days because the only cooking needed is to steam the corn; other than that, the salad simply call for mixing ingredients and allowing the flavors to blend.

Salmon in Black Bean Sauce

Salmon with black bean sauce is a yummy Chinese origin recipe that's really easy and simple to make. It tastes wonderful with rice and a side salad. You can buy black bean paste online or any Asian specialty food store. After your dish has cooked, garnish the dish with some green onion slices over the top of the salmon and steam for another minute or so until cooked. This dish is usually served with rice or soup and salad.

Vegetarian Black Bean Soup

A black bean soup can be easily modified into a highly flavorful vegetarian option. You won’t be compromising on any taste either; this soup tastes delightful and is of course really healthy as well.  This dish is a perfect starter or appetizer that will leave your guests asking for more.

As you can clearly see there is no lack of variety when creating a black bean menu. These dishes are simple to prepare and taste really great. Have fun with the cooking!

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