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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Each tortilla is filled with beef, peppers, onions, black beans, and two types of cheese, then top with extra sauce and cheese.
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2025
Indeed, the 13 Going on 30 star already shared a few recipes for beef bourguignon, sweet potato and black bean chili, pumpkin maple muffins, and more on her brand new YouTube channel.
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 22 Dec. 2025
Oaxaca’s version is topped with black beans, cabbage, avocado and three kinds of meat.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 20 Dec. 2025
Other ingredients vary by item but include white and brown rice, black beans and fajita veggies.
—Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 18 Dec. 2025
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2025
Indeed, the 13 Going on 30 star already shared a few recipes for beef bourguignon, sweet potato and black bean chili, pumpkin maple muffins, and more on her brand new YouTube channel.
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 22 Dec. 2025
Oaxaca’s version is topped with black beans, cabbage, avocado and three kinds of meat.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 20 Dec. 2025
Other ingredients vary by item but include white and brown rice, black beans and fajita veggies.
—Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 18 Dec. 2025
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“Black bean.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/black%20bean. Accessed 30 Dec. 2025.
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