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Black Bean & Feta Salad

Black Bean Feta Salad from Old Havana Foods
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Black Bean & Feta Salad

A savory yet light summer salad with our lightly seasoned black beans, tomatoes, feta and red onion.
Prep Time10 mins
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: black beans, feta, summer salad
Servings: 4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 15 oz can Old Havana Foods Lightly Seasoned Black Beans
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Aged balsamic vinegar (high quality)
  • ¼ cup Chopped red onion
  • ⅓ cup Finely chopped tomatoes
  • ⅓ cup Finely chopped red, orange or yellow pepper
  • ⅓ cup Crumbled feta cheese
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Combine first 6 ingredients in a mediuim bowl. Mix well to combine. Add feta and gently toss being careful not to break up feta too much or it will smear. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Mojito Black Bean & Quinoa Salad

Mojito Black Bean & Quinoa Salad from Old Havana Foods
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Mojito Black Bean & Quinoa Salad

Cool and refreshing summer salad with quinoa and black beans for extra protein and fiber!
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time25 mins
Course: Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish, Vegan
Cuisine: American, Spanish, Vegetarian
Keyword: black beans, Quinoa, summer salad, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 6

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a small saucepan bring quinoa, water and salt to a low simmer. Cook 15 minutes or until tender and water is absorbed. Allow to cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl, combine the oil, Old Havana Foods Mojo Citrus Garlic Marinade, honey. cilantro, mint, and scallions. Whisk to combine.
  • Add the arugula if using, drained Old Havana Foods Lightly Seasoned Black Beans, bell peppers and jalapeños. Toss well to coat with dressing. Add the cooled quinoa, toss to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Serve cold or at room temperature.

Black Bean Burgers with Raisin Sofrito Ketchup and Creamy Lime Spread

Black bean burger with sofrito ketchup and creamy lime spread from Old Havana Foods
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Black Bean Burgers with Raisin Sofrito Ketchup and Creamy Lime Spread

Vegetarian burgers with a sweet and savory ketchup and zesty sour cream and lime sauce
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time20 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: black beans, Lime, Panfry, Sandwich, Vegetarian
Servings: 6

Ingredients

Raisin Sofrito Ketchup

Creamy Lime Spread

  • 1/2 cup Sour cream or mayonnaise
  • Zest from 1 lime
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice (from 1 lime)
  • 2 cloves Garlic, crushed and/or minced into a paste
  • 12 tablespoon Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Pre-heat a non-stick skillet over medium high heat.
  • Meanwhile, mash drained Old Havana Foods Black Beans with a potato masher or pastry blender (or pulse in food processor) until coarsely chopped but not pureed. Add Old Havana Foods Sofrito Authentic Cuban Cooking Sauce, salt, pepper, crushed red pepper and dry oats. Lightly mix until well combined.
  • Form bean mixture into 6 even patties to match shape of buns and set aside.
  • Add 2 teaspoons olive oil to preheated skillet and swirl to coat. Sauté 3 burgers over medium-high heat until crispy, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. If using cheese place on burger patties and allow to melt. Repeat with remaining olive oil and burgers.
  • Spread bottom bun with 2 tablespoons Raisin Sofrito Ketchup (see recipe below.) Top with cooked burger patty and Creamy Lime Spread (see recipe below.) Enjoy!

Raisin Sofrito Ketchup

  • Place all ingredients in large measuring cup or blender jar and process/blend to desired texture. (Raisins can be softened with boiling water for a few minutes first for a slightly softer texture.)

Creamy Lime Spread

  • Combine the sour cream (or mayonnaise), lime zest, lime juice, olive oil and garlic in small bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Black Bean Soup (Sopa de Frijoles Negros)

Black Bean Soup from Old Havana Foods
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Black Bean Soup (Sopa de Frijoles Negros)

Smooth or
Prep Time3 mins
Cook Time7 mins
Total Time10 mins
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Cuban, Latin, Spanish
Keyword: black beans, soup
Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

  • For a creamy soup blend contents of Old Havana Foods Sofrito with the entire contents of two cans of Old Havana Foods Lightly Seasoned Black Beans (do not drain) in a blender or food processor or using a stick blender. Process until smooth. Place in saucepan. For a chunky soup combine all ingredients in saucepan but do not blend.
  • Cover and simmer over medium low heat for 5 to 7 minutes or until heated through, and bubbly stirring occasionally.
  • Ladle soup into serving bowls. Garnish with sour cream, minced onions and peppers, chopped cilantro and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil.

Notes

Great in a bowl or served over white rice or with tortilla chips as a dip.