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    Home » Recipe Index » Pasta Dishes

    Black Bean Pasta Recipe

    April 13, 2020 Updated October 23, 2022 By Rebecca Cooking for One, One Pot/One Pan Meals, Pantry Dinners, Pasta Dishes, Vegetarian Dishes

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    This black bean pasta recipe can be made in 15 minutes with pantry ingredients. Chop up some veggies, throw in canned black beans, tomatoes and other ingredients from your pantry to make a delicious dinner.

    pasta with black beans and cheese on top in a white bowl with ingredients around.

    [This recipe was originally posted in November 2018. It has been updated with new photos, cooking instructions, expert tips, FAQ, related recipes, video and ways to repurpose/use up ingredients]

    Table of contents

    • How will this pasta make your life easier?
    • What makes this pasta with black beans so good?
    • How do I make this pasta with black beans?
    • Substitutions/Tips
    • FAQ
    • How can I repurpose this pasta?
    • What can I make with leftover ingredients?

    How will this pasta make your life easier?

    If you're like me and ALWAYS have pasta on hand, this easy black bean pasta is a great way to eat noodles, but to enjoy different flavors in it. Plus, all the toppings would be great in this Refried Bean Tacos, Veggie Quesadilla, or Vegetarian Queso Bowl.

    So you could prep each ingredient (minus the pasta) individually and eat them in different dishes throughout the week. Want any more pantry meal inspiration? Check out these 20 easy pantry meals for one.

    What makes this pasta with black beans so good?

    pasta, tomatoes, black beans, corn, spices, broth, and cheese on a table
    • Pasta
    • Black beans
    • Corn Kernels (frozen or canned)
    • Canned diced tomatoes OR salsa
    • Cumin
    • Oregano
    • Chili Powder
    • Vegetable Bouillon
    • Green onion
    • Cheddar cheese

    How do I make this pasta with black beans?

    pasta, water, tomatoes, and spices in a black pot

    Add pasta, diced tomatoes OR salsa, cumin, oregano, chili powder, water, and vegetable bouillon. Cook until pasta is al dente, about 10-12 minutes.

    Bring water to a boil. Once water is boiling, add pasta, diced tomatoes OR salsa, and vegetable bouillon paste. Cook until pasta is al dente, about 10-12 minutes.

    pasta, tomatoes, corn, and black beans in a black pot

    Once pasta is fork tender, drain excess water and return to pot. Add black beans, frozen or canned corn kernels. Keep stove on, mix together until all ingredients are mixed together, and beans & salsa are warmed.

    black bean pasta in a white bowl

    Transfer black bean pasta to a bowl to eat. Top with grated cheddar cheese and one green onion, sliced thinly.

    Substitutions/Tips

    • Use spaghetti or whatever type of pasta you have on hand.
    • Add more water if it mostly gets absorbed.
    • Add other veggies that you have, like corn, onion, cabbage, or fresh tomatoes.
    • Other great add-ins: chopped avocado, cilantro, lime wedges

    FAQ

    How do you make spaghetti less boring?

    Instead of a traditional spaghetti, make a black bean pasta. This pasta has the usual diced tomatoes, and also corn, black beans, cumin, oregano, and other flavors.

    What is good with black bean pasta?

    You can add corn, lime juice, avocado slices, sliced onions, chicken, pulled pork, and shrimp to this pasta with black beans.

    black bean pasta in a white bowl with ingredients around it

    How can I repurpose this pasta?

    Use the toppings to make Black Bean Tacos, Veggie Quesadilla, or a Vegetarian Queso Bowl.

    What can I make with leftover ingredients?

    • Diced Tomatoes: Pumpkin Chili with Ground Turkey or Green Lentil Curry
    • Black Beans: Black Bean Tacos, Veggie Quesadilla, Vegetarian Queso Bowl.
    • Green Onion: even if it's not in the recipe, they'd be great in any of the recipes above.
    • Cheddar Cheese: 10 Minute Queso, Protein Packed Mac & Cheese.

    Did you make this black bean pasta? Leave me a comment & rating to share how it turned out!

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    5 from 2 votes

    Black Bean Pasta

    Shop your pantry to make this quick black bean pasta. In just 15 minutes, you can chop up some veggies, throw in canned black beans, tomatoes and other ingredients from your pantry to make a delicious dinner.
    Course dinner, main
    Cuisine American, Mexican
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 10 minutes
    Total Time 15 minutes
    Servings 1 person
    Author Rebecca

    Equipment

    • can opener
    • cutting board
    • knife
    • pot with lid
    • Measuring Cups
    • Measuring Spoons

    Ingredients

    • ¾ cup water
    • 3.5 oz pasta
    • ½ can diced tomatoes OR salsa
    • 1 teaspoon vegetable bouillon or chicken
    • 1 teaspoon cumin
    • ½ teaspoon oregano
    • ⅛ teaspoon chili powder
    • ¼ cup black beans
    • ⅓ cup corn kernels frozen or canned
    • 1 whole green onion
    • 2 tablespoons grated cheddar cheese

    Instructions

    • Bring ¾ c water to a boil. Once water is boiling, add 3.5 oz pasta, ½ can diced tomatoes OR salsa, and 1 teaspoon vegetable bouillon. Cook until pasta is al dente, about 10-12 minutes.
    • Once pasta is fork tender, drain water and return to pot. Add ½ teaspoon cumin, ½ teaspoon oregano, ⅛t chili powder, ¼ cup rinsed black beans, ⅓ c frozen or canned corn kernels. Keep stove on, mix together until all ingredients are mixed together, and beans & salsa are warmed.
    • Drain excess water. Transfer to bowl to eat. Top with 2 T grated cheddar cheese and one green onion, sliced thinly.

    Notes

    • Use spaghetti or whatever type of pasta you have on hand.
    • Add more water if it mostly gets absorbed.
    • Add other veggies that you have, like corn, onion, cabbage, or fresh tomatoes.
    • Other Topping Ideas: chopped avocado, cilantro, lime wedges

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    About Rebecca

    Welcome! I’m Rebecca, a food loving dietitian. On Nourish Nutrition, you’ll find real, quick, and nourishing recipes for one that'll get you to want to cook for yourself, because you deserve it.

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    Comments

    1. Cate says

      April 15, 2020 at 9:23 am

      Love how easy and simple this recipe looks! Looks so delicious thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        April 17, 2020 at 8:54 am

        it totally is! absolutely 🙂

        Reply
    2. Erika says

      April 15, 2020 at 10:54 am

      5 stars
      Pasta dishes are the best. I love the addition of black beans too.

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        April 17, 2020 at 8:53 am

        aren't they?! and yes

        Reply
    3. Anita says

      April 15, 2020 at 10:57 am

      5 stars
      The black bean alone is plenty delicious. I can eat them as is even without the pasta. 🙂

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        April 17, 2020 at 8:53 am

        right! it's good with pasta or other grains

        Reply
    4. Heidy says

      April 15, 2020 at 11:39 am

      This Easy Black Bean Pasta was excellent and so hearty and filling. Great recipe the entire family enjoyed it including the kids.

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        April 17, 2020 at 8:53 am

        great to hear!

        Reply

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