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Friday, September 11, 2009

The Benefits of Black Beans


Black Beans are a rich-flavored legume loaded with fiber, antioxidants, and other health promoting nutrients. Claims have been made that black beans can lower cholesterol and the risk of heart attacks and can even keep blood sugar levels from rising to quickly after meals, making this particular legume an ideal choice for diabetics. Here’s a quick recipe that I came up with using black beans. Enjoy!

Recipe for Chicken and Black Bean Wraps
1 package boneless skinless chicken tenderloins (approx. 14 pieces)
1 can organic black beans
1 can Rotel w/ lime and cilantro
Shredded mozzarella
Sour cream
Lawry’s Perfect Blend seasoning and rub
Flat Out Wraps or whole grain tortillas or brown rice
Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray and lightly season chicken tenderloins with Lawry’s Perfect Blend (or favorite seasoning). Broil on high 3-4 minutes each side. While chicken is cooking, rinse and drain beans and combine in saucepan with Rotel. Simmer till heated through; drain. Serve chicken strips, bean mixture, 1 oz. shredded mozzarella, and 1 Tbsp. sour cream on wrap or tortilla or over brown rice. Makes approx. 6 servings.

Each serving = 375 calories; 32 g carbohydrates; 12 g fat; 43 g protein

* For fewer calories and less fat, use plain Greek yogurt instead of the sour cream!

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