Healthy Spicy Chickpea Snack by Micheline

This protein, folate, calcium, mineral and vitamin rich legume is ideal for a healthy, low fat, quick snack. Perfect for vegetarians.

Lemon Garlic Chickpea Soup by Baking Barrister

A light and refreshing soup perfect for summer.

Ranch Style Baked Beans by Shannon Sweezy

Two Bean Cheddar Bacon Dip w/ Roasted Garlic by Smokinhotchef

Packed with vitamins, minerals, protein and flavor, this dip is a great way to stock pile on nutrition. Quick and easy to make from pantry ingredients and exploding with zeal. Try this dip cold, at room temperature or warmed. Whatever your preference,this dip stands up to the challenge.

Vegan Black Bean Coconut Brownies by Jill

AWESOME! Not your traditional brownie, but these are really good and really healthy too! I"ve only made this using my Vita-mix but I'm sure a regular blender will work too, just take a bit longer. When you are ready to purchase your own Vita-mix you can use code 06-003085 for free shipping. So simple, easy and quick. Totally…

Fordhook Limas & Kelp Noodle Pesto with Lemon by CrunchyLettuce

Today’s recipe consists of my favorite kelp noodle “pasta”, lightly cooked fordhook lima beans, a mostly raw vegan pesto, and fresh lemon juice.

toaster oven tortilla bake by jeff

Tasty dinner for up to four if portions are rationed, great for just two, or one very hungry person.

Chickpea Brownies by Paula Nicholson

These actually turned out really great! I am doing weight watchers and saw a recipe for black bean brownies. Unfortunately, I did not have any black beans but had chickpeas and have made cookies with chickpeas before and they were great. I took a chance and these brownies actually turned out really decadent with no funky after…

Hominy Soup by Greg

This is a great alternative to chili.

Quick & Easy Spicy Vegetarian Mexican Chilli by A2Z Healthy Vegetarian Cuisine

Know What You Eat: There is nothing like a hot bowl of chili on a cold winter/rainy day. It is the perfect combination of protein, carbohydrates, spices and with colorful vegetables. Black beans has the amazing protein-plus-fiber content, from a single, one-cup serving of black beans you get nearly 15 grams of fiber which is found…

Chili with a Choke by Rich H

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, quartered artichokes that provide just the right bit of tangy flavor? Oh and something else you don't typically find in chili - potato! Trust me, this chili recipe is delish!

Skinny Classic Baked Beans by Skinny Kitchen with Nancy Fox

Your search might just be over…These classic baked beans are simply wonderful. You’ll love the ease of this recipe, too. Made with such a rich barbecued flavor and a bit of a kick. Great to serve for barbecues or picnics with chicken, beef, pork, burgers or hot dogs. Many recipes for baked beans include bacon or chunks of pork. My…

Quinoa, Kale And Chickpea Salad by Amanda Natividad

Sautéing the kale gives it another depth of flavor, an earthy savoriness that's complemented by nutty quinoa, slightly sweet chickpeas and a bright lemon vinaigrette.

Easy Black Bean Soup by myra byanka

Use canned black beans for this easy prep soup.

My Favorite Everyday Chili by Denise Sherin

There's nothing like a hearty warm bowl of chili. My son loves chili and loves scooping it with tortilla chips. I know some people serve chili over rice or pasta but I am a chili purist. Just chili in the bowl and a nice piece of italian bread. Serve it how you like and top it with what ever you like.. shredded cheddar, sour cream…