Creamy Black Bean Rotini
Indulge in a velvety pasta dish featuring rotini, hearty black beans, and the richness of coconut milk. This savory recipe offers a perfect blend of flavors, with a creamy coconut sauce infused with aromatic spices. Easy to make and packed with protein, this dish is a delightful twist on a classic pasta favorite.
ingredients
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
steps
- 1.
Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- 2.
In a large pan, sauté the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper until softened.
- 3.
Add the black beans, cumin powder, paprika, and chili powder to the pan. Stir well to combine.
- 4.
Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- 5.
Add the cooked rotini pasta to the pan and toss everything gently until the pasta is well coated with the creamy black bean sauce.
- 6.
Stir in the lime juice and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 7.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
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