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Ingredients
- 1 T. olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 c. freshly cooked black beans (or 1 15-oz can)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 t. ground coriander
- 1/2 t. ground cumin
- 1/2-1 c. chicken, beef or vegetable broth
- 1 T. lime juice (about half a lime)
- 2 T. cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 581g | |
| Calories 1668 | |
| Calories from Fat 255 | 15% |
| Total Fat 28.84g | 36% |
| Saturated Fat 7.32g | 29% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 90mg | 30% |
| Sodium 110mg | 5% |
| Potassium 6147mg | 176% |
| Total Carbs 251.93g | 67% |
| Dietary Fiber 60.9g | 203% |
| Sugars 10.54g | 7% |
| Protein 107.9g | 173% |
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