I decided to describe these black bean recipes as beautiful, not just because they’re visually appealing, but because I think the black bean is a beautiful thing, in and of itself. Black beans are really good for you, they’re inexpensive, they’re abundant, and you can make an impressive variety of dishes with them, ranging from breakfasts to entrees to desserts, and then some.

To prove just how beautifully wonderful black beans are, we’ve rounded up a great collection of colorful, fun, and creative dishes featuring the deliciously dark legume. Enjoy!

One Dozen Plant-Based Black Bean Recipes

#1. Black Bean, Corn & Red Rice Enchiladas

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#2. Black Bean Lasagna

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#3. Black Bean and Sweet Potato Tamales

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#4. Black Bean Super Salad w/ Cilantro & Lime Vinaigrette

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#5. Black Bean Chili with Chocolate and Coconut

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#6. Mexican Black Bean Spaghetti

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#7. Easy Vegan Black Bean Burgers

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#8. Black Bean Peanut Butter Brownies

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#9. Black Bean Chocolate Mint Fudge

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#10. Black Bean Taquitos with Pumpkin Coconut Dipping Sauce

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#11. Pineapple Black Bean Salad with Pomegranate Arils and Coconut Chips

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#12. Mexican Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

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