Salsa Pinto Beans
Using your favorite salsa for flavor – these beans are a delicious and oh-so-easy side dish or addition to tacos, burritos, or with chips.
Average Cost: $7.10 
Prep Time: 5 minutes 
Average Cook Time: 10 minutes 
Average Servings: 8 Recipe Source: MyPlate.gov
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp olive oil (or canola oil)
- 1 Onion (medium, chopped)
- 1 Clove garlic (minced, or
- 1/8 Tsp garlic powder)
- 2 Cans pinto beans (15 ounces each, drained and rinsed)
- 1 Cup salsa
Directions
Step 1
Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the onion and garlic and cook until tender. Stir in the beans and salsa.
Step 3
Cook for 10 minutes.
Step 4
Try serving over rice, pasta, or baked potato.
Utensils Needed
- Colander
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Wooden spoon
- Can opener
- Skillet
NUTRITION FACTS
Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
| Nutrients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 155 |
| Total Fat | 3 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 324 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 26 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 9 g |
| Total Sugars | 2 g |
| Added Sugars | 0 g |
| Protein | 8 g |