24 Canned Bean Recipes So Good, You'll Forget They're So Easy

Tired of the same old meals? Want something healthy and delicious that's also easy to make? Look no further than canned beans! They're a pantry staple for a reason. Not only are they packed with protein and fiber, but they're also incredibly versatile.

With a can of beans, you can whip up amazing dishes in no time. From hearty chili and flavorful soups to refreshing salads and protein-packed bowls, the possibilities are endless. You won't believe how tasty and satisfying canned bean recipes can be! Plus, they're so easy on the wallet too.

Next time you're looking for some quick and creative inspiration, reach for a can of beans and get cooking.

Easy Chickpea Curry with Vegetables

This easy Curry Recipe with chickpeas and coconut milk is perfect for cleaning out the fridge. Use any vegetables you have, add some aromatic spices and coconut milk, and boom, you have a fantastic and healthy plant-based meal perfect for busy days. Easy Chickpea Curry

White Bean Mushroom Soup

This White Bean Mushroom Soup is super easy to make, comforting and satisfying. Made with fresh vegetables and pantry staples, this is an easy vegan soup packed with plant-based protein and lots of flavor. White Bean Mushroom Soup.

Juicy Black Bean Burger

Are you ready for the best vegan black bean burger recipe out there? This easy and delicious veggie mushroom burger is healthy and bursting with flavor. And the best part is, it takes just 30 minutes to make it from start to finish! This vegan burger recipe is so good that you will never miss the meat. Juicy Vegan Black Bean Burger.

Award-Winning Chili Recipe

This Award Winning Chili Recipe is a showstopper. If you are tired of boring recipes, tired of chili that tastes like beef stew, tired of recipes that seem one trick ponies, then this is the best chili recipe you have been waiting for. My ultimate cook-off-winning chili is loaded with flavor and a secret ingredient. Perfect comfort food for cold weather, your whole family will love it. Award-Winning Chili.

Homemade Pork and Bean Recipe

Craving a delicious dish that’s quick and easy to make? This Homemade Pork and Beans recipe is the one for you! With tender chunks of pork shoulder, crispy bacon, and soft navy beans, it’s a dish that's as satisfying as it looks! What’s best is that it’s ready from scratch in just 35 minutes! Get the recipe.

Italian Cannellini Bean Salad

This Italian Cannellini Bean Salad is healthy, flavorful, and satisfying. Made with white beans, juicy roasted bell peppers, olives, marinated red onions, and dollops of vegan cashew cheese, it's the perfect cold side dish or easy lunch. A good option for picnics, potluck, or work lunches too. Italian Cannellini Bean Salad.

Butternut Squash, Black Bean and Quinoa Salad

This Roasted Butternut Squash, Black Bean And Quinoa Salad is one of the easiest, most flavorful fall salad recipes, full of nutrients and healthy ingredients. Served warm or cold, this delicious salad is also a great make-ahead lunch for work or back to school. Roasted Butternut Squash, Black Bean And Quinoa

Bean Chowder Recipe

This is one of those recipes that makes a huge pot of soup that you can easily portion out and freeze for a cold winter evening with some crusty garlic bread. It makes approximately a full gallon of soup. I love making a ton of soups because when winter hits and I inevitably catch a cold or flu, all I have to do is reach in the freezer, thaw and warm, and lunch or dinner is on the table. Bean Chowder Recipe

Crowd-Pleasing Caesar Salad with Chickpeas

This easy Caesar Salad is so good, you'll never go back to the original. Even omnivores will never know there’re no anchovies or cheese in the dressing. Caesar Salad with Chickpeas

White Chicken Chili

This yummy White Chicken Chili is made with Ground Chicken, Sour Cream and ready to be served in just 40 minutes. This easy and hearty soup recipe will keep you full and satisfied for hours. Perfect recipe for busy weeknight dinners. White Chicken Chili.

Garbanzo Beans and Kale Stew

This Garbanzo Beans and Kale Stew is a hearty and healthy dish great to be enjoyed on its own or over rice or pasta. It’s easy to make, nutritious and great for meal prep, too. Made in one pan with protein-packed chickpeas that are flavorful and a bit spicy. Garbanzo Beans and Kale Stew.

Roasted Bell Pepper and White Bean Salad

This Lobio recipe is one of the most popular and delicious dishes of Georgian cuisine. Best when made with dried beans, but canned beans are always an option when in a hurry. I'll show you how to make the best Lobio in the whole world. It's very easy, loaded with the healthy ingredients and incredible aroma. Lobio Recipe.

Potato, Cauliflower and Bean Soup

This delicious and healthy Potato and Bean Soup is a light yet filling soup. It's made with crunchy cauliflower, and protein-packed Pinto beans, and comes together in just 30 minutes! Healthy Potato And Bean Soup.

Acorn Squash with Mushrooms and Chickpeas

Ultimate Stuffed Acorn Squash with Mushrooms and Chickpeas is perfect for the holidays. With mushrooms, rice, chickpeas and cranberries, this healthy autumn-inspired dish is packed with protein and fiber. This veggie stuffed squash is vegan and gluten-free, yet it’s sure to please meat eaters, too. Stuffed Acorn Squash with Mushrooms and Chickpeas.

Slow Cooker Red Beans and Rice

Slow Cooker Red Beans and Rice! This red beans and rice recipe is so satisfying and perfect for chilly winter days.  Consider this your new I don’t feel like cooking but I want something that’s stick to my ribs cozy yet not covered in butter, cream or cheese. It’s like a rice casserole for the adult crowd, smoky beans and creamy rice that takes all of five minutes to throw together. Slow Cooker Red Beans And Rice.

Old-Fashioned Minestrone Soup

This Hearty Old-Fashioned Minestrone soup is filled with wholesome ingredients like leeks, beans and potatoes. It's popular among kids and adults and is sure to fill you up on chilly winter days. Be sure to add some crusty bread to round out the meal. Old-Fashioned Minestrone soup.

Fresh Black Bean and Mango Salsa

This simple salsa is packed with fresh, delicious flavor! Mango, red bell peppers, cilantro, jalapeños, black beans and a tangy lime dressing. A must make for summer BBQs, potlucks and more. Fresh Black Bean and Mango Salsa.

Sausage and Bean Soup

If you're looking for a hearty and flavorful soup, consider making sausage and bean soup. This delicious soup is easy to prepare and perfect for a chilly day. It's also a great way to use up leftover sausage and beans. Sausage and bean soup.

Mexican Rice and Beans 

This Mexican Rice and Beans is the perfect side dish if you're looking to make something delicious and nutritious in under 30 minutes! It has delicious Spanish flavors and goes well with almost anything! With bright veggies, beans, and subtle flavorful spices, this side dish is ready to become your next favorite! Mexican Rice and Beans.

Black Bean Brownie Recipe

These black bean brownies are delicious and healthy! I know, the words “brownies” and “healthy” don’t often go together. But in this case, they absolutely do! Brownies made with black beans may sound odd, but I promise, they are delicious. Black Bean Brownies.

Beef and Bean Burritos

Bean and beef burritos are the perfect meal when you want something tasty, filling, and easy to make. Imagine a soft flour tortilla filled with juicy beef, creamy beans, and maybe some cheese or veggies. You can even add your favorite sauces or spices to make it just how you like it. Beef and Bean Burritos.

Quesadillas with Black Beans

If you are looking for a hearty and delicious meal that it's really easy and quick to prepare, these Vegan Quesadillas filled with black beans, red peppers, and sweet corn will be perfect for you! Quesadillas with Black Beans

Simple Ribollita Italian Bean Soup

Ribollita Italian bean soup combines a variety of vegetables with beans, broth, wine, garlic, and seasonings. The resulting white bean kale soup is hearty, healthy and delicious. You can get creative with it, adding in any veggies in the salad drawer you wish to use up or anything approaching the end of its prime. This simple Italian soup recipe is sometimes known as Tuscan bean soup or Italian bread and vegetable soup. Get the recipe.

Black Bean Tacos

These vegan black bean tacos are perfectly crispy, hearty, and satisfying! A savory bean filling is encased in soft yet crispy tortillas, which pair unbelievably well with velvety avocado cream sauce or Mexican crema. Enjoy them for a quick lunch or dinner! Get the recipe.