MEXICAN JUMPING BEANS (SOUTH BEACH DIET-PHASE 1 FRIENDLY)

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Done in 20 minutes on the stovetop; I like to serve this with my Low Carb Mexi Baked Chicken for a complete and festive low carb dinner. Also a tasty, easy side dish to serve with your tacos, fajitas, etc.

Provided by TheDancingCook

Categories     Beans

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 small onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 (15 ounce) cans red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup water
2 tablespoons chili powder or 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (I prefer and use taco seasoning, homemade with no sugar)
low-fat Mexican cheese blend, for topping

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, sautee the pepper, onion and garlic in olive oil until crisp-tender.
  • Add beans, water and seasoning; simmer on low to medium heat until thickened (about 10 minutes).
  • Top with cheese upon serving.

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