Thai Peanut, Quinoa and Bean Salad
Thai food is all about the perfect balance of all five tastes: sweet, sour, bitter, salty and umami (savory). It all combines to create a complex cuisine that will make your taste buds dance. It's also usually healthy, full of lean protein and lots of vegetables. It...
Refried Beans without the Guilt
Ah, refried beans. They're the perfect accompaniment for any Mexican dish, a delicious addition to burritos or even a great base for huevos rancheros in the morning. But traditional refried beans are cooked slowly in lard to give them their creamy texture and rich...
Vegetarian Summer Bean Recipes
This has been a strange summer across the United States. Some areas are boiling while others are still experiencing weather that feels downright springlike. Whatever your weather's like, you still don't want to spend your precious summer hours slaving over a hot...
Going Gluten Free? Try Beans!
One of the most common questions we get is, "Are beans gluten free?" As we gain more understanding of gluten allergies, intolerances and Celiac disease, more and more people are trying to live a gluten-free lifestyle. And the answer is yes, beans are naturally...
Vegan Bean Salad with Avocado
Some people shy away from meatless meals because they're afraid they just won't feel full. The trick to tackling a vegan or vegetarian lifestyle without feeling like you're on a permanent diet is to make sure you're eating foods that are high in both protein or fiber....
Healthy Dilly Bean Coleslaw
Coleslaw is a delicious side to any summer meal, but heavy mayonnaise can curdle in the sun, and all that cabbage can be a little monotonous. So we decided to punch things up with this healthy, briny and mayo-free coleslaw. To contrast with the crunchy cabbage, we've...
