Black Bean Pasta
A Colorful, Flavor-Packed Family Favorite from Diane Mclin
For the past 12 years, Diane Mclin has enjoyed the beauty and sense of community in Illahe. One of her family’s longtime favorites is this simple and healthy Black Bean Pasta recipe—a creative twist on traditional spaghetti that delivers bold flavors with a lighter touch.
With hearty black beans, aromatic spices, and delicate angel hair pasta, this vegetarian dish comes together quickly and makes for a satisfying weeknight meal. Diane loves the unique combination of ingredients and says it’s both delicious and visually appealing.
Some members of Diane’s family are vegetarian, making this flavorful pasta a go-to option that everyone can enjoy.
- 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- Angel hair pasta
- Salsa
- Sour cream
- Chopped cilantro
- Chopped roasted peanuts
- Combine the black beans, sesame oil, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, onion, and seasonings in a saucepan.
- Heat until warmed through and the flavors are well blended.
- Prepare angel hair pasta according to package directions.
- Spoon the black bean mixture over the pasta.
- Add your favorite toppings and serve.
Diane recommends serving this dish with:
- A simple green salad with your favorite Italian dressing
- A fresh baguette
This easy, wholesome recipe proves that a few unexpected ingredients can come together to create something truly special. Thank you, Diane, for sharing a colorful and satisfying meal with your neighbors!