American beans recipes with 500 or fewer calories

Vegetarian Pinto Beans

A family crock-pot favorite. Simple, easy, and delicious.

Red Beans & Rice

Simple, delicious, & healthy

Red Beans n Rice 400pp@ 1c beans 1/3c rice

Super Easy Baked Beans Supreme

Baked Beans the whole family will love!

Red Beans & Rice

I had to find a use for my leftover ham bone from Easter.

Burrito Pie

This month we are trying out our favorite “international” recipes. The Husband and I love Mexican food. I used to make a variation of this recipe…

Jumbo Lump "Crab-less" Cakes

Here is a nice cruelty-free alternative to crab cakes. Serve them hot with a great sauce, some potatoes and corn and you have a nice meal.

Crock Pot Lentil Soup

In the mood for delicious, healthy soup, with high fiber as an added bonus? Try this recipe. Prep time is minimal, and resulting taste is maximum…

Heart Healthy, Peanut Butter and Jelly Oatmeal

A steaming bowl of fresh cooked oatmeal is the perfect way to start off your day. What better way to gain the…

Barbecue Lentils

An easy, cheap, child friendly dinner.

Simple Chicken Stew

Easy and healthy chicken stew

Chili with a Choke

Funny sounding name - but before you run off without trying this great chili recipe...what else could I call it with the addition of delicious,…

Green beans with sesame seeds: great vegan dish!

I love this recipe in winter and summer; you can cook those with fresh or frozen beans. Easy, fast and…

Mixed Bean Soup with Andouille or Ham (A Gift in Jar Holiday Idea)

Make up your own dry bean and lentil variety or purchase ready-made. Aim…

Hearty Red Lentil Soup

This is a wonderfully flavored soup that our whole family really enjoyed. I'm a huge fan of traditional Turkish Red Lentil soup which has more…