black bean
noun
1
: a black kidney bean commonly used in Latin American cuisine
2
: a black soybean commonly used usually fermented in east Asian cuisine
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This recipe comes together in 20 minutes, and features corn, poblanos, black beans, and avocado (for no extra charge).
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2026
The tlayudas are nearly table-sized and heaped with meats, smears of black bean, nopales, quesillo and more.
—Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2026
Kidney beans contain slightly more fiber and protein than black beans, but the difference is small.
—Caitlin Beale, Health, 26 Feb. 2026
Drain and rinse 1 can of black beans, then add them to the pan along with the (undrained) beans from the second can.
—ABC News, 23 Feb. 2026
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2026
The tlayudas are nearly table-sized and heaped with meats, smears of black bean, nopales, quesillo and more.
—Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2026
Kidney beans contain slightly more fiber and protein than black beans, but the difference is small.
—Caitlin Beale, Health, 26 Feb. 2026
Drain and rinse 1 can of black beans, then add them to the pan along with the (undrained) beans from the second can.
—ABC News, 23 Feb. 2026
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“Black bean.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/black%20bean. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.
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